GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate: Properties, Equivalents & Uses

Comprehensive datasheet of 14Cr1MoR steel plate under GB713 standard, covering chemical composition, mechanical and thermal properties, international equivalents, and engineering applications.

Normalizing, tempering, hot rolling, cold forming, welding, machining, cutting

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Introduction

14Cr1MoR is a chromium-molybdenum alloy steel plate specifically designed for pressure vessels and boilers operating at elevated temperatures, standardized under GB/T 713. It belongs to the 1.25Cr-0.5Mo family, offering a balanced combination of high-temperature strength, oxidation resistance, and hydrogen attack resistance. The grade is widely used in the fabrication of critical equipment such as reactors, separators, steam drums, and heat exchangers in petrochemical, oil & gas, and power generation industries.

  • Excellent creep resistance up to approximately 550°C
  • Good weldability with proper preheat and post-weld heat treatment
  • Proven resistance to high-temperature hydrogen attack (HTHA), suitable for hydrogen service under Nelson curve guidelines
  • Supplied in normalized and tempered condition to ensure uniform microstructure and mechanical properties
  • Available in thicknesses up to 200 mm, with guaranteed impact toughness at 20°C

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Chemical Composition

Chemical composition according to GB/T 713-2014 for 14Cr1MoR. All values are in weight percent. Residual elements Ni and Cu are limited to ensure hot workability and toughness. The steel is fully killed and fine-grained treated.

ElementStandard ValueRemarks
Carbon (C)≤0.17For thickness >150 mm, C may be ≤0.20 by agreement
Silicon (Si)0.50 – 0.80Promotes deoxidation and strength
Manganese (Mn)0.40 – 0.65Contributes to hardenability and strength
Phosphorus (P)≤0.020Residual, tightly controlled for toughness
Sulfur (S)≤0.010Ultra-low sulfur for improved ductility
Chromium (Cr)1.15 – 1.50Primary element for creep and oxidation resistance
Molybdenum (Mo)0.45 – 0.65Enhances elevated-temperature strength
Nickel (Ni)≤0.30Residual element, maximum limit
Copper (Cu)≤0.30Residual element, maximum limit

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Physical properties for 1.25Cr-0.5Mo steel at room temperature and elevated temperatures. These represent typical engineering data and are not mandatory requirements of GB/T 713. Values may vary slightly depending on heat treatment and product form.

PropertyStandard Required ValueUnitTest Condition
Density (ρ)7.85g/cm³At 20°C
Modulus of Elasticity (E)210GPaAt 20°C
Shear Modulus (G)81GPaAt 20°C
Poisson's Ratio (ν)0.30At 20°C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)11.210⁻⁶/K20 – 100°C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)12.510⁻⁶/K20 – 300°C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)13.510⁻⁶/K20 – 500°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)42.7W/(m·K)At 20°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)39.8W/(m·K)At 200°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)35.6W/(m·K)At 400°C
Specific Heat Capacity (cₚ)460J/(kg·K)At 20°C
Electrical Resistivity (ρ_e)0.20μΩ·mAt 20°C

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Mechanical Properties

Room-temperature tensile, impact, and bending properties are guaranteed by GB/T 713-2014. Properties depend on plate thickness. The steel exhibits excellent ductility and toughness after normalizing and tempering. Impact testing is performed on Charpy V-notch specimens at 20°C.

PropertyStandard Required ValueUnitTest Condition / Remarks
Yield Strength (ReH / ReL)≥ 310MPaRoom temperature; applicable for thickness ≤150 mm
Tensile Strength (Rm)520 – 680MPaPlate thickness ≤100 mm
Tensile Strength (Rm)510 – 670MPaPlate thickness >100 – 200 mm
Elongation (A)≥ 19%Gauge length 5.65√S₀; thickness ≤100 mm
Elongation (A)≥ 18%Thickness >100 – 200 mm
Charpy V-notch Impact Energy (KV₂)≥ 47JAt 20°C; transverse specimen; thickness ≤150 mm
Bend Test (180°) – Bend Diameterd = 3aThickness ≤60 mm; a = specimen thickness
Bend Test (180°) – Bend Diameterd = 4aThickness >60 – 100 mm
Bend Test (180°) – Bend Diameterd = 5aThickness >100 – 150 mm

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Completely Equivalent Material Standards and Replaceable Grades

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
ChinaGB/T 713-201414Cr1MoROriginal specification
USAASTM A387 / ASME SA387Grade 11 Class 2Identical tensile strength range (515–690 MPa) and yield strength (≥310 MPa); direct substitute
InternationalISO 9328-2:201813CrMo4-5Composition nearly identical; tensile strength in ISO is 440–590 MPa, slightly lower, but often accepted with engineering agreement
JapanJIS G4109:2008SCMV 2-2Tensile strength 520–670 MPa, yield ≥ 275 MPa; lower yield may require design adjustment

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Application Introduction

14Cr1MoR is engineered for long-term service in high‑temperature, high‑pressure hydrogen environments. Its microstructure after normalizing and tempering (bainite/ferrite) provides an optimal balance of creep strength and toughness. It is extensively used in the construction of critical static equipment in the process and power industries. The steel is compatible with established welding consumables (e.g., E8018-B2 / ER80S-G) and requires preheating (typically 150–250°C) and post‑weld heat treatment (PWHT) to avoid cold cracking and restore toughness.

Product Applications: High‑pressure separators, Steam drums and mud drums, Quench and waste heat boilers, Catalytic reforming reactors, Hydrocracking and hydrotreating reactors, Heat exchangers (shell‑and‑tube, U‑tube), Hot wall columns and fractionators, Piping systems in high‑temperature hydrogen service

Processed into products: Cylindrical shells and hemispherical heads, Tube sheets and channel covers, Forged flanges and nozzles (material often equivalent forging grade 14Cr1MoⅢ/Ⅳ), Support skirts and saddles, Internal trays and baffles, Thick‑wall rolled and welded pipes

Application industries: Oil refining and petrochemical, Chemical processing, Power generation (fossil fuel and nuclear steam generators), Gas processing and LNG, Fertilizer (ammonia, urea synthesis)

GB713 14Cr1MoR Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Similar / Alternative Material Recommendations

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
EUEN 10028-2:201713CrMo4-5Similar Cr-Mo content; tensile strength typically 440–590 MPa; may be applicable with design review
ChinaGB/T 713-201415CrMoRLower chromium (0.80–1.15%) – suitable for less demanding high‑temperature service
USAASTM A387 / ASME SA387Grade 12 Class 21.00Cr-0.50Mo steel; lower Cr reduces high‑temperature strength compared to 14Cr1MoR
RussiaGOST 5520-7912ХМ (12CrMo)1.0Cr-0.5Mo; slightly lower creep resistance

Notes:

  • Welding: use low‑hydrogen processes (SMAW, SAW, GTAW) with matching filler metals; preheat and PWHT are mandatory per ASME Section VIII or GB 150.
  • Hydrogen service: 14Cr1MoR resists high‑temperature hydrogen attack (HTHA) up to the temperature‑hydrogen partial pressure limits defined by the Nelson curve for 1.25Cr‑0.5Mo steel (API RP 941).
  • Heat treatment: normalizing 890–950°C plus tempering 650–720°C; cooling rate must be sufficient to avoid temper embrittlement.
  • Additional testing: ultrasonic examination per GB/T 2970 or equivalent is often specified; step cooling tests and simulated PWHT may be agreed for heavy sections.
  • For thicknesses above 150 mm, mechanical properties and chemical composition may be subject to special agreement between purchaser and manufacturer.
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