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ASTM A515 Grade 65 Boiler Steel Plate

Source carbon-silicon steel plate for specified intermediate- and higher-temperature welded boiler or pressure-equipment projects. Check Grade 65 yield and tensile requirements, 50 mm normalization threshold, chemistry by thickness, and source documentation before purchasing.

ASTM A515/A515M-17(2022)240 MPa MIN YIELD450–585 MPa TENSILEHEAT-BASED MTC
Thick hot-rolled carbon steel boiler plates stacked with visible faces and edges
240 MPaMinimum yield strength
450–585Tensile strength, MPa
50 mmNormalizing decision threshold
A20/A20MGeneral plate requirements
GRADE 65 PROCUREMENT DATA

ASTM A515 Grade 65 Boiler Steel Plate Specifications

Define the plate and its code documentation before pricing. Mill supply is matched to your grade, thickness and inspection requirements.

GRADEA515 Gr.65ASTM tensile class 65 ksi
MIN YIELD240 MPaASTM SI requirement
TENSILE450–585MPa, Grade 65
PLATE CONDITIONAR / NThickness and PO dependent
Purchase itemRequired order detail
Product designationASTM A515/A515M Grade 65 [450]; state ASME SA-515 Grade 65 when your project requires the ASME designation and certificate wording.
Material familyKilled carbon-silicon steel plate produced using a coarse austenitic grain size practice under A515; distinct from the fine-grain practice required for A516.
Nominal sizeSupply the exact thickness × width × length in mm, rolling direction if required, tolerances, and whether you need full plate or heat-identified cut blanks.
Quotation sizesExample inquiry thicknesses: 8, 16, 25, 40, 55 and 80 mm. These are RFQ examples only; actual mill capacity, maximum thickness and stock are confirmed before quotation.
Heat treatmentAt or below 50 mm, typically as-rolled unless normalized or stress relieved is ordered; above 50 mm, normalized as required by the standard.
Testing scopeBase chemistry and tensile tests. Specify additional impact energy/temperature, UT examination, post-heat-treatment simulation and witness testing when required.
Material identificationHeat number, grade, producing works, test results, ordered treatment, plate marks, certified MTC and agreed supplementary reports.
Commercial detailsOrdered metric tonnes, delivery date, packing type, Incoterm and receiving port or site.
Buying note: ASTM A515 does not impose a universal available-stock thickness range. Maximum finished thickness depends on achieving the applicable chemistry and mechanical properties. Specify your actual design-code material requirements rather than selecting solely by nominal tensile class.
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MECHANICAL PERFORMANCE

Grade 65 Strength and Elongation

Grade 65 is the 65 ksi tensile class. Its 240 MPa minimum yield and specimen-specific elongation should appear in the material test certificate.

Test propertyASTM A515 Grade 65Buyer check
Minimum yield strength240 MPa35 ksi in the separate inch-pound system.
Tensile strength450–585 MPa65–85 ksi grade classification.
Elongation, 50 mm gauge23% minimumFollow specimen and A20/A20M adjustment rules.
Elongation, 200 mm gauge19% minimumNot directly interchangeable with 50 mm gauge data.
Steelmaking practiceKilled steel; coarse austenitic grain sizeCore feature of A515; request heat and plate traceability.
MATERIAL CERTIFICATE CHECK

Read the heat test results, not only the grade stamp.

A515 Grade 65 uses its own chemistry limits and 240 MPa minimum yield requirement. A515 Grade 65 and A516 Grade 65 share a 450–585 MPa tensile range, but they follow distinct steelmaking practices, service intent and product specifications; substituting either requires engineering approval.

For ASME work: State the vessel code, the applicable ASME SA-515 specification/edition, test scope and document wording on the request for quotation.
A515 GRADE SELECTION

Compare ASTM A515 Grades 60, 65 and 70

These grades share an intermediate/high-temperature boiler-plate specification but are separate strength classes. Engineering approval controls substitution.

A515 gradeMinimum yieldTensile rangePurchase focus
Grade 60220 MPa415–550 MPa60 ksi tensile class; quote separately when the approved project specification calls for Grade 60.
Grade 65 — this page240 MPa450–585 MPa65 ksi tensile class; quote where the material requisition specifies Grade 65.
Grade 70260 MPa485–620 MPa70 ksi tensile class; confirm grade and chemistry against the approved design scope.
Design check: Quote the exact grade shown on the approved boiler/vessel drawing. A grade change, even to a higher strength class, must be reviewed against the governing equipment code and welding procedure.
GRADE 65 CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Carbon and Alloy-Control Limits by Plate Thickness

The carbon maximum changes with thickness. Review the chemistry on the original heat analysis and apply any permitted C/Mn adjustment in the governing specification.

Plate thicknessMaximum carbon (heat/product)
≤25 mm0.28%
>25–50 mm0.31%
>50–100 mm0.33%
>100–200 mm0.33%
>200 mm0.33%
Element / analysisGrade 65 requirement
Manganese — heat analysis≤0.90% (with specification carbon-reduction allowance)
Manganese — product analysis≤0.98% (with specification carbon-reduction allowance)
Silicon — heat analysis0.15–0.40%
Silicon — product analysis0.13–0.45%
Phosphorus≤0.025%
Sulfur≤0.025%

Carbon/manganese trade-off: A515 permits an additional 0.06 percentage point Mn for each 0.01 percentage point reduction in C below its specified maximum, subject to the standard's ceilings. Values shown are material specification requirements, not a claim about any unverified heat.

Request heat analysis before the final material approval.

For thick plate and weld-intensive pressure equipment, verify carbon, manganese, silicon and residual chemistry on the ordered heat. Welding consumables, preheat, heat input and any PWHT route depend on the actual material and procedure qualification.

  • Match chemical limits to your ordered nominal thickness.
  • Request heat-level identification and chemical test results.
  • Include any project carbon-equivalent or additional chemistry requirements at RFQ stage.
Metallurgical inspection and sampling of industrial carbon steel plate for heat analysis
HEAT TREATMENT ROUTE

As-Rolled or Normalized: the 50 mm Threshold

ASTM A515 Grade 65 has a different standard heat-treatment threshold from ASTM A516. Specify the condition your project needs.

≤50 MM / TYPICAL

As-Rolled

Plates at or below 50 mm are normally supplied as-rolled where the design and order permit. Confirm finished thickness and material testing.

≤50 MM / WHEN ORDERED

Normalized / Stress Relieved

Normalization, stress relief, or both may be ordered. State the required mill condition and certificate evidence.

>50 MM / ASTM REQUIREMENT

Normalized

Plates over 50 mm are required to be normalized. Include thickness, test scope and expected heat-treatment record in the order.

Acceptance control: Verify the ordered heat-treatment condition on the MTC. Post-weld heat treatment of fabricated equipment is a separate design/code and WPS matter; it is not identical to mill normalization.
Ordering normalized boiler plates?

State thickness, required normalization, drawing or boiler code, and any test coupons or inspection hold points.

TESTING & END USE

Specify Charpy, UT and Additional Tests by Contract

A515 Grade 65 is a boiler/pressure-vessel material designation, not an automatic low-temperature impact guarantee. Supplemental examination must match the design and purchase order.

01 / BASEChemistry & Tensile

Review specified heat composition, yield, tensile and elongation results with plate/heat identification.

02 / IF SPECIFIEDCharpy Impact

State test temperature, required average energy, orientation, specimen size and applicable code.

03 / IF SPECIFIEDUltrasonic Testing

Choose examination method and acceptance level, such as ASTM A435/A435M or A578/A578M, where required.

Additional options: Third-party witness, simulated PWHT mechanical tests, supplementary chemistry, HIC / sour-service requirements and project-specific NDE can be reviewed when included in the RFQ. Their feasibility and test reports are confirmed with the producing mill.
BOILER & PRESSURE EQUIPMENT

A515 Grade 65 Applications by Approved Design

Choose this plate only where the project material specification, design temperature and welding procedure accept ASTM A515 Grade 65.

Large steel boiler shell fabrication using rolled pressure-quality steel plate

Welded Boiler Shells & Drums

Plate for vessel shells, drums and related welded components where the approved material schedule names A515 Grade 65.

Industrial pressure vessel shell welding and fabrication with carbon steel plate

Pressure Equipment & Process Vessels

Pressure-containing shells and fabricated equipment requiring heat-identified steel plate and project-defined testing.

Steam and Thermal Equipment

Boiler-system fabrication with design-code material control.

Industrial Process Vessels

Intermediate- and elevated-temperature duty, where A515 is explicitly accepted.

Plate-Cut Components

Shell blanks, head blanks and fabricated plate parts with retained heat identity.

Repair & Replacement

Order matching material and document requirements for engineered repair work.

WHY BAOSTEEL METAL

Supply coordination built around the material requisition

From steelworks identification to delivery documents, our role is to help buyers specify, compare and receive the ordered material correctly.

01 / COMPANY CAPACITY

8 Million MT Annual Output

Company-wide steel output scale supports broad steel procurement activities. Grade 65 production is verified separately per producing works.

02 / INVENTORY NETWORK

1 Million MT Regular Stock

Company-wide inventory across steel products. ASTM A515 Grade 65 availability is confirmed for the actual thickness, size and heat treatment.

03 / OPERATIONAL FOOTPRINT

500,000 m² Area

Large industrial operational footprint for organized steel supply and shipment coordination.

04 / DELIVERY SUPPORT

1,000+ Employees

Company-wide personnel support production operations, handling, documentation and export communication.

The figures above describe BAOSTEEL METAL's overall business and are not dedicated A515 Grade 65 output, inventory or an unconditional delivery guarantee.

MILL-SPECIFIC SUPPLY

Confirm Grade 65 Producing Mill, Condition and Plate Range

Your order needs the actual producing works, feasible plate width/length and ability to provide the specified tests.

One technical schedule before any commercial commitment.

We check the requested plate thicknesses, order volumes and documentation against available mill routes. A quote can distinguish as-rolled, normalized and project-specific inspection requirements.

  • Verify producing steelworks and offered material standard edition.
  • Check production lot, finished plate dimensions and mill lead time.
  • Record heat treatment and ordered supplementary tests.
  • Coordinate required plate marking and export identification.
Industrial steel mill plate storage and handling for heavy carbon steel plates
TRACEABILITY & CERTIFICATES

Inspection Documents Linked to Your Steel Plate Heats

Buyers can request material test certificates and additional inspection records consistent with the producing mill, ordered grade and documentation scope.

Technician performing ultrasonic inspection on a heavy steel pressure vessel plate

Heat-to-plate records you can review.

The documentation package should let your receiving team identify the producing mill, grade, heat number, plate dimensions, heat treatment and test results.

  • Mill Test Certificate showing heat composition and tensile results.
  • Heat number, plate marks and shipment-linked packing list.
  • Normalizing evidence and reports when applicable.
  • UT, Charpy, third-party inspection or other agreed records if ordered.

EN 10204 3.1 or another specified certificate format is coordinated only when supported by the actual source and required purchase order.

FABRICATION & DESIGN CHECK

Welding, Forming and High-Temperature Design Are Project-Specific

A515 Grade 65 is a plate material specification for intermediate/higher-temperature service. The grade name alone does not establish allowable stress at every service temperature.

CODE DESIGN

Design temperature

Determine allowable stress from the governing pressure-equipment code, edition, thickness, material condition and design case. Verify the applicable ASME material listing where needed.

PROCEDURE

Welding & preheat

Select WPS/PQR, consumables and preheat based on the actual chemical analysis, joint geometry, thickness and required toughness.

HEAT HISTORY

Forming & PWHT

Review cold/hot forming, fabrication heat exposure and PWHT with the material code and equipment manufacturer; arrange simulated-PWHT tests when specified.

A515 vs A516: A515 specifies killed steel with a coarse austenitic grain practice for intermediate/higher-temperature boiler and vessel service. A516 uses a different fine-grain material route for pressure-vessel service where improved notch toughness is important. Matching strength class does not make the specifications interchangeable.
ORDER WEIGHT CALCULATOR

Estimate A515 Grade 65 Boiler Plate Weight

Use the calculator for early shipment planning. Final invoicing depends on contract tolerances, mill measurement and shipped weight.

Nominal plate dimensions

Enter finished dimensions in millimetres and the number of plates.

18.840 MT1,884.0 kg per plate

Nominal density 7,850 kg/m³. This is a theoretical estimate, excluding trimming, processing loss and delivery tolerances.

Flat thick boiler steel plate with visible edges suitable for thickness and dimension checks
Weight formula: thickness (mm) × width (mm) × length (mm) × 7.85 × 10−6 = kg/plate. Multiply by quantity and divide by 1,000 for metric tonnes.
OPTIONAL PROJECT PROCESSING

Boiler Steel Plate Cutting and Marking

Where commercially and technically practical, plate cutting can be coordinated together with traceable marking and dimensional inspection.

CNC flame cutting of thick carbon steel boiler plate in an industrial workshop

Plate blanks ready for downstream fabrication.

Send your cut list with finished dimensions, tolerances, bevel preferences and heat-mark requirements. Actual cutting methods are selected based on thickness, part geometry and delivery condition.

  • CNC flame or plasma cutting for suitable plate dimensions.
  • Laser cutting for applicable thickness and geometry.
  • Plate marking, segregation by heat and cut-part identification.
  • Dimensional control, edge preparation and packing by assembly list.
EXPORT PACKING & LOGISTICS

Steel Plate Export Delivery for Boiler Projects

Plan the physical shipment and its certificate package together, so the receiving plant can match the plates to its material schedule.

From plate lot to shipment documents.

Shipping options depend on plate dimensions, gross tonnage, port access and the Incoterm agreed in the quotation. We can coordinate packing lists, lifting arrangements and document presentation.

  • Steel straps, spacers, edge protection and export packing as ordered.
  • Heat/plate identity on marks, packing list and material certificates.
  • Container or suitable bulk/breakbulk arrangement by plate size.
  • Shipping marks and destination-specific document requirements.
Heavy carbon steel plates secured for export transport and industrial shipment
PURCHASING FAQ

Answers for A515 Grade 65 Buyers

Confirm the boiler or vessel design code and any additional test scope before comparing two supplier quotations.

What is ASTM A515 Grade 65 boiler steel plate?

It is killed carbon-silicon steel plate specified for certain welded boilers and other pressure vessels in intermediate/higher-temperature service. Final material selection follows the equipment design code and approved drawings.

What are the mechanical properties of ASTM A515 Grade 65?

Minimum yield strength is 240 MPa and tensile strength is 450–585 MPa. Elongation is at least 23% in 50 mm or 19% in 200 mm, subject to ASTM A20/A20M requirements.

When must ASTM A515 Grade 65 be normalized?

Plates over 50 mm must be normalized under the product standard. Plates 50 mm and below normally ship as-rolled but can be ordered normalized or stress relieved, or both.

What is the difference between A515 Grade 65 and A516 Grade 65?

ASTM A515 Grade 65 uses a coarse-austenitic-grain manufacturing practice and is intended for intermediate/higher-temperature service; ASTM A516 Grade 65 follows its own fine-grain route. They have similar strength class figures but are separate specifications and cannot be substituted without engineering approval.

Is A515 Grade 65 the same as ASME SA-515 Grade 65?

ASME projects may specify the corresponding SA-515 designation, but the required ASME edition and certificate wording must be explicitly checked with the source and project code.

Does the grade guarantee a particular Charpy impact energy?

No single Charpy temperature/energy guarantee follows from the Grade 65 name alone. Request the intended temperature, energy, specimen direction, sampling and test standard where required.

Can A515 Grade 65 plate be UT inspected?

Yes, where the producing mill and order support the required examination method and acceptance level. Specify the relevant UT standard and required report before production.

Can you supply normalized and cut-size plate?

State the final thickness, heat-treatment condition, dimensions, cutting list and markings. We will confirm source-specific production and processing feasibility.

How do I estimate boiler plate weight?

For mm dimensions, kg per plate equals thickness × width × length × 0.00000785. Final shipment mass and tolerances are confirmed with the supplying mill.

Which details are required for an A515 Grade 65 price quote?

Provide grade and specification edition, thickness × width × length, total quantity, heat-treatment condition, vessel code, inspection scope, certificate wording, destination and requested delivery date.

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