What is S690QL Material?

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What is S690QL Ultra High Strength Steel?

 

  S690QL is a European standard (EN 10025) ultra-high-strength, quenched, and tempered structural steel known for its exceptional yield strength (690 MPa), toughness, good weldability, and low-temperature performance, making it ideal for lighter, stronger designs in cranes, mining, defense, and heavy machinery where weight reduction and durability are critical.

 

The grade designation of S690QL are the following:

  • S = Structural Steel
  • 690 = minimum yield strength (MPa)
  • Q = Quenching & Tempering
  • L = Low notch toughness testing temperature

 

Advantages of S690QL Steel

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High Strength: S690QL offers excellent strength, making it ideal for load-bearing applications.

Versatility: It can be used in a variety of industries due to its versatile properties.

Good Toughness: Despite its high strength, S690QL has excellent impact toughness at low temperatures.

Good Weldability: This material can be welded with proper care and precautions, making it suitable for construction and structural purposes.

S690QL - Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties

 

Chemical Composition OF S690QL

The chemical composition of S690QL includes:

  • Carbon (C): Max 0.20%
  • Silicon (Si): Max 0.80%
  • Manganese (Mn): Max 1.70%
  • Phosphorus (P): Max 0.020%
  • Sulfur (S): Max 0.010%
  • Chromium (Cr): Max 1.50%
  • Molybdenum (Mo): Max 0.70%
  • Nickel (Ni): Max 2.00%
  • Boron (B): Max 0.005%

These elements contribute to the steel's strength, toughness, and weldability.

 

Mechanical Properties of S690QL

Mechanical Properties of S690QL
Designation     Mechanical Properties (ambient temperature)
Steel Name Steel Number   Min. Yield Strength ReH MPa   Tensile Strength Rm MPa   Min. & elongation after fracture
  Nominal thickness (mm)   Nominal thickness (mm)    
  >3 <50 >50 <100 >100 <150   >3 <50 >50 <100 >100 <150    
S690QL 1.8931   690 650 630   770/940 760/930 710/900   14

 

Heat Treatment

S690QL steel is quenched and tempered, which means that it undergoes a heat treatment process that involves heating the steel to a high temperature and then cooling it rapidly (quenching), followed by tempering (reheating to a lower temperature and then cooling). This results in increased strength and toughness.

Quenching: The steel is heated to a specific temperature and then rapidly cooled, which increases the hardness of the material.

Tempering: The steel is then tempered to adjust the hardness and toughness, ensuring that the material is not too brittle for its intended use.

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Weldability

 

S690QL steel is known for its good weldability. However, special precautions must be taken when welding due to its high strength. The welding process should use low-hydrogen electrodes, and the material should be preheated and post-weld heat treated to minimize the risk of cracking.

 

Applications of S690QL Ultra High Strength Steel

 

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Construction and Infrastructure

In the construction industry, S690QL is used for building structures that require high load-bearing capacity and resilience, such as bridges, high-rise buildings, and stadiums. Its ability to withstand heavy loads without compromising structural integrity makes it an invaluable material for infrastructure projects.

Heavy Machinery and Equipment

The manufacturing of heavy machinery, including cranes, earth-moving equipment, and mining machinery, benefits from the high strength and durability of S690QL. It ensures that these machines can operate under extreme conditions and carry heavy loads efficiently.

Transportation and Automotive Industry

In the transportation sector, S690QL is used to produce components for heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and other vehicles that require enhanced strength and durability. Its use leads to safer, more reliable vehicles capable of handling demanding tasks.

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If you are planning to purchase S690Q high-strength steel plate, GNEE Steel is your reliable partner. Contact us today for expert advice, fast quotations, and high-quality steel solutions tailored to your project needs.

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What material is S690QL?

S690QL is a high-strength, quenched and tempered structural steel. It is renowned for its impressive tensile strength and toughness, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.

 

What is the equivalent of S690QL?

Approximate Equivalents of S690QL :
ASTM A514, EN 10149-2 Grade S700MC, AS/NZS 3579 Grade 700, AM 700, Bisalloy 80.

 

What grade of steel is S690?

S690 QL is a high yield structural steel grade produced in compliance with EN 10025:6:2004. The material is heat treated using the quench and temper process and has good bending and welding properties

 

What is the difference between S690Q and S690QL?

S690Q: Minimum impact toughness tested at -20°C (30J average). → Typical Use: Cranes in temperate climates, quarry equipment. S690QL: Certified for -40°C and below (≥40J impact toughness). → Critical Use: Arctic pipelines, offshore platforms, mining vehicles in Siberia.

 

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GNEE Steel also supplies a variety of high-strength steel plates, such as A514 Grade F, A572 Grade 50, A588 Grade A, S355JR, S690Q, SS400, S690QL, Q345B, Q345E, etc. If you want to know more about other types of steel plates, you can call the consultation hotline at +8615824687445 or send an email to alloy@gneesteelgroup.com. You are welcome to consult us, and we are very willing to answer your questions. 

 

 

 

Grades Of Carbon and Low-alloy High-strength Steels Supplied By GNEE
ASTM/ASME ASTM A36/A36M ASTM A36      
ASTM A283/A283M ASTM A283 Grade A ASTM A283 Grade B ASTM A283 Grade C ASTM A283 Grade D
ASTM A514/A514M ASTM A514 Grade A ASTM A514 Grade B ASTM A514 Grade C ASTM A514 Grade E
ASTM A514 Grade F ASTM A514 Grade H ASTM A514 Grade J ASTM A514 Grade K
ASTM A514 Grade M ASTM A514 Grade P ASTM A514 Grade Q ASTM A514 Grade R
ASTM A514 Grade S ASTM A514 Grade T    
ASTM A572/A572M ASTM A572 Grade 42 ASTM A572 Grade 50 ASTM A572 Grade 55 ASTM A572 Grade 60
ASTM A572 Grade 65      
ASTM A573/A573M ASTM A573 Grade 58 ASTM A573 Grade 65 ASTM A573 Grade 70  
ASTM A588/A588M ASTM A588 Grade A ASTM A588 Grade B ASTM A588 Grade C ASTM A588 Grade K
ASTM A633/A633M ASTM A633 Grade A ASTM A633 Grade C ASTM A633 Grade D ASTM A633 Grade E
ASTM A656/A656M ASTM A656 Grade 50 ASTM A656 Grade 60 ASTM A656 Grade 70 ASTM A656 Grade 80
ASTM A709/A709M ASTM A709 Grade 36 ASTM A709 Grade 50 ASTM A709 Grade 50S ASTM A709 Grade 50W
ASTM A709 Grade HPS 50W ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W ASTM A709 Grade 100 ASTM A709 Grade 100W
ASTM A709 Grade HPS 100W      
ASME SA36/SA36M ASME SA36      
ASME SA283/SA283M ASME SA283 Grade A ASME SA283 Grade B ASME SA283 Grade C ASME SA283 Grade D
ASME SA514/SA514M ASME SA514 Grade A ASME SA514 Grade B ASME SA514 Grade C ASME SA514 Grade E
ASME SA514 Grade F ASME SA514 Grade H ASME SA514 Grade J ASME SA514 Grade K
ASME SA514 Grade M ASME SA514 Grade P ASME SA514 Grade Q ASME SA514 Grade R
ASME SA514 Grade S ASME SA514 Grade T    
ASME SA572/SA572M ASME SA572 Grade 42 ASME SA572 Grade 50 ASME SA572 Grade 55 ASME SA572 Grade 60
ASME SA572 Grade 65      
ASME SA573/SA573M ASME SA573 Grade 58 ASME SA573 Grade 65 ASME SA573 Grade 70  
ASME SA588/SA588M ASME SA588 Grade A ASME SA588 Grade B ASME SA588 Grade C ASME SA588 Grade K
ASME SA633/SA633M ASME SA633 Grade A ASME SA633 Grade C ASME SA633 Grade D ASME SA633 Grade E
ASME SA656/SA656M ASME SA656 Grade 50 ASME SA656 Grade 60 ASME SA656 Grade 70 ASME SA656 Grade 80
ASME SA709/SA709M ASME SA709 Grade 36 ASME SA709 Grade 50 ASME SA709 Grade 50S ASME SA709 Grade 50W
ASME SA709 Grade HPS 50W ASME SA709 Grade HPS 70W ASME SA709 Grade 100 ASME SA709 Grade 100W
ASME SA709 Grade HPS 100W      
EN10025 EN10025-2 EN10025-2 S235J0 EN10025-2 S275J0 EN10025-2 S355J0 EN10025-2 S355K2
EN10025-2 S235JR EN10025-2 S275JR EN10025-2 S355JR EN10025-2 S420J0
EN10025-2 S235J2 EN10025-2 S275J2 EN10025-2 S355J2  
EN10025-3 EN10025-3 S275N EN10025-3 S355N EN10025-3 S420N EN10025-3 S460N
EN10025-3 S275NL EN10025-3 S355NL EN10025-3 S420NL EN10025-3 S460NL
EN10025-4 EN10025-4 S275M EN10025-4 S355M EN10025-4 S420M EN10025-4 S460M
EN10025-4 S275ML EN10025-4 S355ML EN10025-4 S420ML EN10025-4 S460ML
EN10025-6 EN10025-6 S460Q EN10025-6 S460QL EN10025-6 S460QL1 EN10025-6 S500Q
EN10025-6 S500QL EN10025-6 S500QL1 EN10025-6 S550Q EN10025-6 S550QL
EN10025-6 S550QL1 EN10025-6 S620Q EN10025-6 S620QL EN10025-6 S620QL1
EN10025-6 S690Q EN10025-6 S690QL EN10025-6 S690Q1 EN10025-6 S890Q
EN10025-6 S890QL EN10025-6 S890QL1 EN10025-6 S960Q EN10025-6 S960QL
EN 10149 EN 10149-2 S315MC S355MC S420MC S460MC
S500MC S550MC S600MC S650MC
S700MC S900MC S960MC  
JIS JIS G3101 JIS G3101 SS330 JIS G3101 SS400 JIS G3101 SS490 JIS G3101 SS540
JIS G3106 JIS G3106 SM400A JIS G3106 SM400B JIS G3106 SM400C JIS G3106 SM490A
JIS G3106 SM490YA JIS G3106 SM490B JIS G3106 SM490YB JIS G3106 SM490C
JIS G3106 SM520B JIS G3106 SM520C JIS G3106 SM570  
DIN DIN 17100 DIN17100 St52-3 DIN17100 St37-2 DIN17100 St37-3 DIN17100 RSt37-2
DIN17100 USt37-2      
DIN 17102 DIN17102 StE315 DIN17102 EStE315 DIN17102 TStE315 DIN17102 WStE315
DIN17102 StE355 DIN17102 EStE355 DIN17102 TStE355 DIN17102 WStE355
DIN17102 StE380 DIN17102 EStE380 DIN17102 TStE380 DIN17102 WStE380
DIN17102 StE420 DIN17102 EStE420 DIN17102 TStE420 DIN17102 WStE420
DIN17102 StE460 DIN17102 EStE460 DIN17102 TStE460 DIN17102 WStE460
DIN17102 StE500 DIN17102 EStE500 DIN17102 TStE500 DIN17102 WStE500
DIN17102 EStE285      
GB GB/T700 GB/T700 Q235A GB/T700 Q235B GB/T700 Q235C GB/T700 Q235D
GB/T700 Q275      
GB/T1591 GB/T1591 Q345A GB/T1591 Q390A GB/T1591 Q420A GB/T1591 Q420E
GB/T1591 Q345B GB/T1591 Q390B GB/T1591 Q420B GB/T1591 Q460C
GB/T1591 Q345C GB/T1591 Q390C GB/T1591 Q420C GB/T1591 Q460D
GB/T1591 Q345D GB/T1591 Q390D GB/T1591 Q420D GB/T1591 Q460E
GB/T1591 Q345E GB/T1591 Q390E    
GB/T16270 GB/T16270 Q550C GB/T16270 Q550D GB/T16270 Q550E GB/T16270 Q550F
GB/T16270 Q620C GB/T16270 Q620D GB/T16270 Q620E GB/T16270 Q620F
GB/T16270 Q690C GB/T16270 Q690D GB/T16270 Q690E GB/T16270 Q690F
GB/T16270 Q800C GB/T16270 Q800D GB/T16270 Q800E GB/T16270 Q800F
GB/T16270 Q890C GB/T16270 Q890D GB/T16270 Q890E GB/T16270 Q890F
GB/T16270 Q960C GB/T16270 Q960D GB/T16270 Q960E GB/T16270 Q960F
GB/T16270 Q500