ASTM A516 Grade 70 steel plate is a pressure vessel steel plate specified for applications requiring good strength and notch toughness, particularly in welded pressure vessels and related industrial equipment.
We supply A516 Gr.70 steel plates for pressure vessel fabricators, industrial equipment manufacturers, EPC contractors, steel distributors and project buyers. We support bulk orders with commonly requested thicknesses, widths and lengths, together with export packing and delivery arrangements.
For projects requiring A516 Grade 70 plate price, available stock sizes or bulk supply, send us your required dimensions and quantity for a quotation.
A516 Grade 70 Steel Plate Supply
A516 Grade 70 is commonly selected when a pressure vessel application requires a combination of high tensile strength, good toughness and reliable weldability.
Our supply service is suitable for both standard procurement and project-based orders, including:
- Standard and custom plate sizes
- Multiple thickness ranges
- Bulk steel plate orders
- Project-specific cutting requirements
- Export packing and shipment
- Supporting inspection and material documentation according to order requirements
Typical buyers include: pressure vessel manufacturers, boiler manufacturers, EPC contractors, industrial equipment suppliers, steel distributors and project procurement companies.
ASTM A516 Grade 70 Steel Plate Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | ASTM A516 Grade 70 Steel Plate |
| Standard | ASTM A516 / A516M |
| Grade | Grade 70 |
| Material Type | Carbon steel pressure vessel plate |
| Form | Steel Plate |
| Thickness | Commonly 6–150 mm |
| Width | Commonly 1,500–3,500 mm |
| Length | Commonly 3,000–12,000 mm |
| Surface | As rolled / shot blasted / processed as required |
| Supply Condition | As rolled or normalized, depending on thickness and order requirements |
| Production Standard | ASTM A516 / A516M |
Actual dimensions and delivery condition can be arranged according to project and purchase requirements.
ASTM A516 Grade 70 Chemical Composition
Typical maximum chemical composition requirements for ASTM A516 Grade 70 include:
| Element | Typical Max. Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.28 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.60–1.20 |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.15–0.30 |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.025 |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.025 |
For thicker plates and specific thickness ranges, the applicable ASTM A516/A516M requirements and purchase specification should be used to determine the final chemistry limits.
ASTM A516 Grade 70 Mechanical Properties
| Property | Typical Requirement |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 485–620 MPa |
| Yield Strength, min. | 260 MPa |
| Elongation, min. | 17–21%* |
*Elongation requirements vary according to plate thickness and test specimen configuration. Final values should follow the applicable ASTM A516/A516M requirements.
A516 Grade 70 Steel Plate Applications
Pressure Vessels
A516 Grade 70 is widely used for pressure vessel shells, heads and other pressure-retaining components where strength and toughness are important.
Boilers & Heat-Related Equipment
The plate is suitable for boilers and industrial equipment operating under elevated pressure and temperature conditions.
Storage Tanks
A516 Grade 70 can be supplied for fabricated storage tanks and other heavy-duty equipment requiring pressure-vessel-quality carbon steel plate.
Petrochemical & Process Equipment
Its combination of strength, toughness and weldability makes it suitable for various fabricated equipment used in energy and process industries.
Industrial Fabrication
The material is also used by fabricators producing heavy-duty vessels, reactors and industrial equipment.
A516 Grade 70 Steel Plate Processing
Depending on project requirements, A516 Grade 70 plate can be supplied with common processing services such as:
- Cut-to-size
- Edge preparation
- Plate cutting
- Surface treatment
- Dimensional processing
Processing requirements should be specified when requesting a quotation so the supply can be matched to the final fabrication application.
A516 Grade 70 Plate Surface & Delivery Condition
A516 Grade 70 steel plates can be supplied in as-rolled or specified heat-treated conditions, depending on thickness, specification and project requirements.
Surface options can be arranged according to application and shipment requirements, including standard mill surface or processed surface.
For project procurement, buyers can specify:
Grade + thickness + width × length + quantity + delivery condition + processing requirement
This allows the quotation and material supply to be matched directly to the project specification.
Packaging & Shipping
A516 Grade 70 steel plates are prepared for export shipment according to plate dimensions, weight and transportation requirements.
Typical arrangements include:
- Steel strapping and bundled packing
- Protective packing for handling and transportation
- Suitable loading for container or bulk shipment
- Export shipping documents according to order requirements
The final packing method is determined according to plate size, quantity and shipping method.
Why Source A516 Grade 70 Steel Plate from Us?
For international buyers, sourcing pressure vessel plate is not only about the material grade. Availability, specification matching, quantity handling and delivery coordination are equally important.
- 15+ years of steel export experience
- Bulk supply for project and distribution orders
- Multiple thickness and size options
- Procurement support for pressure vessel steel
- Cut-to-size and processing arrangements
- Export packing and international shipment coordination
- Flexible supply for distributors, EPC contractors and industrial buyers
Our role is to coordinate suitable steel supply according to the buyer’s grade, dimensions, quantity, delivery and project requirements.
A516 Grade 70 Steel Plate FAQ
What is ASTM A516 Grade 70 steel plate?
ASTM A516 Grade 70 is a carbon steel plate specification commonly used for pressure vessels, boilers and other pressure-retaining equipment. Grade 70 provides higher strength than lower grades within the A516 specification.
What is A516 Grade 70 used for?
A516 Grade 70 is commonly used for pressure vessels, boilers, storage tanks, reactors and other industrial equipment requiring pressure-vessel-quality steel plate.
What is the difference between A516 Grade 60 and Grade 70?
The main difference is strength. A516 Grade 70 has a higher minimum yield strength and tensile strength than Grade 60, making it suitable where higher strength is required.
Can you supply A516 Grade 70 steel plate in bulk?
Yes. A516 Grade 70 can be supplied for bulk project orders and distribution requirements, with dimensions and quantities arranged according to the purchase specification.
Can A516 Grade 70 plate be cut to size?
Yes. Cutting and other basic processing can be arranged according to the required dimensions and project requirements.
How can I get an A516 Grade 70 steel plate price?
Send us the required thickness, width, length, quantity and delivery destination. We can then check the suitable supply option and prepare a quotation based on your requirements.
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