JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

JIS G3103 SB410 Carbon Steel Plate for Boilers and Pressure Vessels | Properties, Equivalents, and Applications

Comprehensive data sheet for JIS G3103 SB410 carbon steel plate: chemical composition, mechanical and thermal properties, international equivalents, and application guidelines for boiler and pressure vessel fabrication.

Welding, bending, forming, machining, hot and cold working

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Introduction

SB410 is a carbon steel plate grade specified in Japanese Industrial Standard JIS G3103, intended for use in boilers and pressure vessels operating at moderate temperatures. It offers a balanced combination of strength, ductility, and weldability. Key features include:

  • Minimum tensile strength of 410 MPa
  • Good notch toughness at ambient and low temperatures
  • Reliable performance under moderate pressure and thermal cycling
  • Available in various thicknesses with controlled chemistry

The steel is typically supplied in the normalized or as-rolled condition, depending on thickness and customer requirements. It is widely used in power generation, chemical processing, and industrial equipment manufacturing.

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of JIS G3103 SB410 is controlled to ensure adequate strength, weldability, and toughness. Silicon is intentionally added within a specified range for deoxidation. Phosphorus and sulfur are limited to minimize brittleness and hot cracking. Typical composition limits:

ElementStandard ValueRemarks
Carbon (C)≤ 0.28Maximum
Silicon (Si)0.15 – 0.30Range; for killed steel, negotiable
Manganese (Mn)≤ 0.90Maximum
Phosphorus (P)≤ 0.035Maximum
Sulfur (S)≤ 0.040Maximum

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Physical properties are typical for carbon steel and are provided for general engineering calculations at room temperature unless otherwise noted. Values may vary slightly with composition and heat treatment.

PropertyStandard ValueUnitTest Condition
Density (ρ)7.85g/cm³20 °C
Modulus of Elasticity (E)205GPa20 °C
Shear Modulus (G)80GPa20 °C
Poisson's Ratio (ν)0.2920 °C
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (α)11.5 × 10⁻⁶1/K20–100 °C
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (α)12.0 × 10⁻⁶1/K20–200 °C
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (α)13.0 × 10⁻⁶1/K20–400 °C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)51.9W/(m·K)20 °C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)50.2W/(m·K)100 °C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)45.2W/(m·K)200 °C
Specific Heat Capacity (cₚ)486J/(kg·K)20 °C
Electrical Resistivity (ρ_e)0.18µΩ·m20 °C

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties of SB410 plates are dependent on thickness and heat treatment condition. Values below represent minimum requirements for plates ≤50 mm thick in normalized or as-rolled condition (as per JIS G3103). Tensile testing is performed in the transverse direction unless otherwise agreed.

PropertyStandard RequirementUnitTest Condition
Yield Strength (ReH)≥ 225MPaThickness ≤ 50 mm, ambient
Yield Strength (ReH)≥ 215MPa50 < thickness ≤ 100 mm
Yield Strength (ReH)≥ 205MPa100 < thickness ≤ 200 mm
Tensile Strength (Rm)410 – 550MPaAll thicknesses
Elongation (A)≥ 25%No. 1A test piece, thickness ≤ 50 mm
Elongation (A)≥ 21%No. 10 test piece, thickness ≤ 50 mm
Elongation (A)≥ 23%No. 1A, 50 < t ≤ 100 mm
Elongation (A)≥ 19%No. 10, 50 < t ≤ 100 mm
Elongation (A)≥ 21%No. 1A, 100 < t ≤ 200 mm
Elongation (A)≥ 17%No. 10, 100 < t ≤ 200 mm
Bend Test (Mandrel Diameter)1.5t (bend 180°)t = specimen thickness, no cracking
Charpy Impact (KV₂)≥ 27 (average)J0 °C, V-notch, transverse, thickness > 12 mm (optional, if specified)

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Exact Equivalent Material Standards and Replaceable Grades

Country / RegionStandardGradeRemarks
ChinaGB/T 713Q245REquivalent carbon steel for boilers and pressure vessels; formerly 20g
United StatesASTM A285/A285MGrade CLow/intermediate tensile strength carbon steel plates for pressure vessels
European UnionEN 10028-2P265GHPressure vessel carbon steel with similar tensile range; also available as P235GH for lower strength
InternationalISO 2604-2P26Matches SB410 tensile range and chemical limits

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Application Introduction

SB410 plates are primarily used in the fabrication of welded boilers and pressure vessels designed for service at temperatures up to about 400°C. The steel is easily weldable with all common arc welding processes, and no preheating is generally required for thin sections. Post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) is recommended for thick plates or when service conditions demand stress relief. Suitable cutting methods include plasma, laser, and oxy-fuel. The material can be hot or cold formed; hot forming is preferred for tight radii to avoid strain aging.

Product Applications: Steam boilers and drums, Pressure vessels and reactors, Heat exchangers and condensers, Process columns and separators, Storage tanks for moderate pressure, Industrial piping and headers

Processed into products: Boiler shells and end plates, Flanges and dished heads, Tube sheets for heat exchangers, Baffles and support plates, Nozzle reinforcements, Rings and stiffeners, Blind flanges and blanking plates

Application industries: Power generation, Oil and gas, Chemical processing, Petrochemical, Industrial equipment manufacturing

JIS G3103 SB410 Boiler & Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Similar / Alternative Material Recommendations

Country / RegionStandardGradeRemarks
JapanJIS G3103SB450Higher tensile strength version (450–590 MPa), with slight chemistry adjustments
JapanJIS G3103SB480Even higher strength grade for thicker sections or higher design stress
ChinaGB/T 713Q345RMn-added carbon steel providing higher strength; requires PQR for welding procedure
European UnionEN 10028-2P295GHHigher tensile strength range, suitable when 410 MPa minimum is insufficient
United StatesASTM A516/A516MGr. 60Similar tensile strength (415–550 MPa) with better notch toughness for moderate/low temperatures

Notes:

Special requirements:

  • SB410 can be supplied with Charpy impact testing at 0°C, -10°C, or lower if agreed upon.
  • Ultrasonic examination to detect internal defects is often specified according to JIS G0801 or EN 10160.
  • Simulated post-weld heat treatment properties (e.g., for PWHT at 620°C) should be verified by the manufacturer.
  • Such plates are also available under JIS G3103 with the suffix 'S' for higher surface quality when required for lamination-sensitive applications.
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