BAOSTEEL METAL  /  HOT-ROLLED CARBON STEEL

SS400
Steel Plate

JIS G 3101:2024   |   General Structural Steel   |   Factory Supply

400–510 MPa TENSILE245 MPa MIN YIELD · ≤16 MMEXPORT ORDERS

8 MILLION MT ACTUAL ANNUAL STEEL PRODUCTION

Buy SS400 plate to your JIS specification.

Send your thickness list, plate dimensions, total tonnage and destination port. Get factory pricing and a clear supply proposal for your SS400 steel plate order.

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ORDER-READY PRODUCT DATA

SS400 Steel Plate Specifications

Define your plate order by grade, finished dimensions, quantity and inspection scope. You receive an offer based on the requirements you send.

Steel gradeSS400
Product standardJIS G 3101:2024 — Rolled Steels for General Structure
Product formHot-rolled carbon structural steel plate
Size selectionThickness × width × length from your purchase list; confirm production and stock availability by dimension
SurfaceHot-rolled mill finish; supplementary surface requirements agreed per order
Dimensional requirementsJIS G 3193 where applicable; specify any supplementary tolerances
Delivery & edge conditionAs-rolled or agreed preparation; edge condition specified with your cutting list
Inspection recordsMechanical and heat-analysis results; certificate scope defined with the purchase order
Quotation detailsGrade, sizes, MT / pieces, destination port, Incoterms and document requirements
Plate ThicknessSpecify each required thickness
Width & LengthAttach a cut list when available
Purchase VolumeProvide MT or piece quantities
Delivery DestinationInclude port and trade term
JIS G 3101 / MECHANICAL DATA

SS400 Strength Requirements by Thickness

Use your nominal plate thickness to find the applicable minimum yield point or proof strength before ordering.

Minimum Yield Strength

Nominal Plate ThicknessYield Strength, Min.
t ≤ 16 mm245 MPa
16 mm < t ≤ 40 mm235 MPa
40 mm < t ≤ 100 mm215 MPa
t > 100 mm205 MPa

Values are grade requirements by thickness. Availability for a specific thick plate size is confirmed during quotation.

Tensile & Inspection Details

Tensile strength400–510 MPa
ElongationAcceptance varies by thickness and test specimen; verify the applicable test designation
Material identificationSS400, heat number and mill test information as specified
Supplementary testsInclude any project-specific impact, weldability or other inspection requirements in the RFQ
Send the applicable standard edition, plate thickness and inspection requirements together. These details help establish the test scope for your purchase.
HEAT ANALYSIS / PURCHASE REVIEW

SS400 Steel Plate Chemical Composition

Review the phosphorus and sulfur limits and request the actual heat analysis in your material documentation.

JIS G 3101 SS400 Chemical Limits

ElementJIS SS400 Requirement
Phosphorus (P)≤ 0.050% by mass
Sulfur (S)≤ 0.050% by mass
Carbon (C)Actual heat analysis from the supplied batch
Silicon (Si)Actual heat analysis from the supplied batch
Manganese (Mn)Actual heat analysis from the supplied batch

The JIS G 3101 SS400 composition table specifies P and S limits. Additional chemical constraints can be documented in the purchase specification.

What to Include in Your Material Request

Heat Analysis

Request chemistry values for the supplied heat through your agreed inspection document.

Mechanical Results

Specify your thickness range and the corresponding tensile test requirements.

Certificate Scope

Identify any third-party witnessing, supplementary testing or documentation format in your order.

WHERE YOUR PLATES GO TO WORK

SS400 Steel Plate Applications

SS400 is used in general structural fabrication and industrial steelwork. Send your drawings and material designation to align the plate supply with your application.

Base Plates & Structural Connections

Order plate blanks for mounting plates, gussets, brackets and welded steelwork from your parts schedule.

Machinery Frames & Equipment Supports

Build equipment bases, supports and fabricated plate assemblies using dimensions from your engineering drawings.

01 / FABRICATION

General Welded Assemblies

Flat steel components for fabricated supports and frame connections.

02 / INDUSTRIAL PLANTS

Platforms & Brackets

Plate parts for plant walkways, access structures and welded supports.

03 / MECHANICAL

Machine Base Plates

Specified plate sizes for machinery bases and workshop fabrications.

04 / LOGISTICS EQUIPMENT

Material Handling Frames

Plate blanks for loading equipment, handling frames and support parts.

05 / DISTRIBUTION

Steel Stockholding

Repeat SS400 plate dimensions for distributors and service-center purchasing.

06 / PROJECT ORDERS

General Structural Parts

Plate supply matched to general structural drawings and specified JIS grades.

Send your SS400 plate list for a tailored quotation.
PRODUCT CONDITION / REAL PLATE DETAILS

SS400 Plate Surface, Thickness & Edges

Use the finished surface condition, nominal thickness and edge requirements to match your processing or fabrication schedule.

Hot-Rolled Surface

Check the plate surface condition and any finishing requirements with your order.

Plate Dimensions & Edges

Provide cut lengths, width tolerances and edge details where your parts require them.

ESTIMATE SHIPPING WEIGHT

SS400 Steel Plate Weight Calculator

Estimate plate tonnage for your quotation using nominal dimensions. Final shipping weight follows the agreed commercial basis.

Calculate Plate Weight

Estimated total steel weight——

Calculation uses nominal steel density 7,850 kg/m³ and listed plate dimensions.

Use This Estimate with Your RFQ

With your thickness, width, length and number of plates, you can estimate the shipment tonnage before requesting a factory quotation.

Unit-weight formula: Thickness (mm) × Width (mm) × Length (mm) × 0.00000785 = kg per plate.

Include packing, cutting, inspection and destination details to receive a commercial offer aligned with your project.

BUILT FOR YOUR PURCHASING PROGRAM

Why Source SS400 Plate from BAOSTEEL METAL?

Make your buying decision with actual manufacturing scale, stock coordination and technical documents tied to your order.

01 / PRODUCTION

8 Million MT Annual Output

Actual annual production across our steel range supports recurring procurement and project volumes.

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02 / INVENTORY

1 Million MT Regular Inventory

Company-wide steel inventory supports order planning. Your specific SS400 sizes are checked against current batches.

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03 / INSPECTION

Defined Material Acceptance

Set your JIS edition, plate dimensions, test documentation and any additional checks in the purchase specification.

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04 / DELIVERY

Export Order Coordination

Get your quote based on required tonnage, packing method, destination port and agreed trade term.

STEEL MANUFACTURING

Production Capacity for Repeated SS400 Orders

BAOSTEEL METAL operates at a manufacturing scale of 8 million metric tons of actual annual steel production across its portfolio. Share your purchasing schedule and steel plate specifications to discuss production planning for SS400 orders.

  • Plate dimensions reviewed against current rolling and finishing arrangements
  • Technical acceptance terms established before placing the purchase order
  • Commercial lead time confirmed against requested shipment dates

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STOCK & ORDER PLANNING

SS400 Steel Plate Inventory & Delivery

Send your thickness and dimension list to check SS400 plate availability. Receive feedback on the applicable stock or production route for your quantity and requested shipping schedule.

  • Company-wide steel stock maintained at around 1 million metric tons
  • Specific SS400 thickness and dimension availability checked individually
  • Destination port and delivery term included in the quotation
MATERIAL TESTING

Inspection & Documents for Your SS400 Plates

State your testing and certification requirements with the RFQ. The quotation can define the applicable documentation for the supplied steel grade, heat and plate dimensions.

  • Grade identification and heat-related test results
  • Tensile and yield data for the relevant plate thickness
  • Dimensional and surface inspection requirements
  • Third-party witnessing when agreed as part of the order

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OPTIONAL PLATE PROCESSING

Include Cutting Details with Your SS400 Order

Send a drawing or cut list along with plate dimensions. Available cut-to-size, laser, plasma or flame-cutting arrangements can be reviewed by thickness and part geometry.

Laser CuttingProfile requirements assessed from the uploaded drawing.
Plasma & Flame CuttingOptions reviewed against heavier plate dimensions.
Cut-to-Size & DrillingPart dimensions and hole details quoted with plate supply.
SHIPMENT PREPARATION

Packing & Export Delivery

Confirm how your order will be bundled, marked and loaded. Plate dimensions, shipment weight, destination port and agreed documentation form part of the delivery plan.

  • Plate packing arrangements based on handling and freight method
  • Shipping documentation specified for your destination
  • Commercial terms and delivery schedule stated in the quotation

QUICK BUYER ANSWERS

SS400 Steel Plate Purchasing FAQ

Which details help you prepare an SS400 plate quotation?

Send thickness, width, length, quantity, JIS edition, delivery port and any inspection requirements. Include drawings for cut plate components.

What is the minimum yield strength of SS400 plate?

JIS G 3101 lists 245 MPa up to 16 mm, 235 MPa above 16 to 40 mm, 215 MPa above 40 to 100 mm and 205 MPa above 100 mm.

Which chemistry limits apply to SS400?

JIS SS400 specifies a maximum of 0.050% each for phosphorus and sulfur. Request the actual heat analysis through your inspection documentation.

Can you quote SS400 plates from a cut list?

Upload the drawing and state plate thickness, quantities, required tolerances and edge finish. Cutting options can be included in your quotation.

BAOSTEEL METAL  /  SS400 STEEL PLATE

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Send your plate schedule, material requirements and destination. Our team will review the relevant stock, manufacturing and shipment terms.

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