JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

SPV410 Steel: Medium-Temperature Pressure Vessel Plate to JIS G3115

Detailed technical data for JIS G3115 SPV410 steel plate used in pressure vessels and boilers. Includes chemical composition, mechanical properties, thermal & electrical characteristics, and international equivalents.

Hot rolling, normalizing, welding, oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting, cold and hot forming, machining

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Introduction

JIS G3115 SPV410 is a weldable carbon steel plate specifically designed for pressure vessels and boilers operating at intermediate temperatures. It combines good tensile strength (410–550 MPa) with assured yield strength (min. 235 MPa for thicknesses up to 50 mm), providing reliable structural integrity under moderate pressure conditions. The steel is produced with strict limits on carbon, silicon, manganese, phosphorus and sulfur to enhance weldability, toughness and resistance to brittle fracture. Typical applications include storage tanks, reactors, heat exchangers and process columns in petrochemical, chemical and power generation industries. SPV410 is normally supplied in the normalized condition, which refines the grain structure and improves mechanical uniformity. It can also be delivered in the as-rolled state subject to agreement. The grade is widely recognized by international standards, with equivalents such as ASTM A516 Grade 60, EN P265GH (having higher yield), and GB Q245R, making it suitable for global procurement and fabrication.

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of SPV410 steel is tailored to ensure good weldability, adequate strength and toughness for pressure vessel applications. The limits on carbon and manganese provide the required mechanical properties while keeping the carbon equivalent low to avoid cold cracking during welding. Phosphorus and sulfur are restricted to enhance cleanliness and ductility.

ElementStandard ValueRemarks
C≤ 0.18Carbon content controlled for weldability
Si≤ 0.75Silicon for deoxidation; may be specified as 0.15–0.75
Mn≤ 1.60Manganese contributes to strength and toughness
P≤ 0.030Phosphorus limited to avoid embrittlement
S≤ 0.030Sulfur limited to avoid hot cracking and improve ductility

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Physical properties are typical for carbon steel and not directly specified in JIS G3115. They are provided here as design references. Values are at room temperature unless stated otherwise.

PropertyTypical ValueUnitTest Condition
Density (ρ)7.85g/cm³20 °C
Modulus of elasticity (E)210GPa20 °C
Shear modulus (G)81GPa20 °C
Poisson's ratio (ν)0.320 °C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)12 × 10⁻⁶/K20–100 °C
Thermal conductivity (λ)50W/(m·K)20 °C
Specific heat capacity460J/(kg·K)20 °C
Electrical resistivity (ρₑ)0.15Ω·mm²/m20 °C

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties of SPV410 are determined according to JIS G3115. The tensile test requirements depend on plate thickness. Elongation is measured using JIS No.5 test piece for plates ≤ 50 mm thick and JIS No.10 test piece for thicker plates. Bending test confirms formability and absence of cracks. Impact toughness may be agreed upon at the time of order.

PropertyRequired ValueUnitTest Condition
Yield strength (ReH)≥ 235MPaPlate thickness 6–50 mm, transverse
Yield strength (ReH)≥ 215MPaPlate thickness > 50–100 mm, transverse
Tensile strength (Rm)410–550MPaAll thicknesses, transverse
Elongation (A), JIS No.5≥ 21%Plate thickness 6–50 mm, gauge 50 mm
Elongation (A), JIS No.10≥ 17%Plate thickness > 50–100 mm, gauge 200 mm
Bending testNo cracksThickness ≤ 50 mm, bend diameter = 1.5a (a = plate thickness), 180°
Bending testNo cracksThickness > 50–100 mm, bend diameter = 2.0a, 180°

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Internationally Equivalent Material Standards and Grades

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
JapanJIS G3115SPV410Original standard grade
ChinaGB/T 713Q245RComparable tensile strength; yield min. 245 MPa, slightly higher
USAASTM A516/A516MGrade 60Approximate equivalent; verify impact test requirements
EuropeEN 10028-2P265GHHigher minimum yield (265 MPa); may require design adjustment
InternationalISO 9328-2P265GHSame as EN P265GH

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Application Introduction

SPV410 steel plates are engineered for medium-temperature pressure equipment operating typically between -10 °C and 400 °C. The material offers a good balance of strength, ductility and weldability, making it suitable for a wide range of welded structures.

Product Applications: Horizontal and vertical pressure vessels, Steam drums and boiler shells, Liquefied gas storage tanks, Heat exchanger shells and channels, Reactors and columns for chemical processes, Piping components (when fabricated from plate)

Processed into products: Cylindrical shells, cones and domed ends (ellipsoidal, torispherical, hemispherical), Tube sheets and baffles, Nozzles and reinforcement pads, Internal vessel components (trays, supports), Pipe fittings (when cut from plate and welded), Flanges and blind covers (machined from thick plate)

Application industries: Petrochemical refineries, Chemical processing plants, Oil & gas upstream and downstream facilities, Power generation (thermal, nuclear auxiliary systems), Fertilizer and pharmaceutical industries, Boiler and heat exchanger manufacturing

JIS G3115 SPV410 Pressure Vessel Steel Plate Similar or Closely Related Material Grades for Reference

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
JapanJIS G3115SPV355Lower strength grade (tensile 355–490 MPa) in same standard
JapanJIS G3115SPV450Higher strength grade (tensile 450–590 MPa) in same standard
USAASTM A516/A516MGrade 65Higher tensile strength (450–585 MPa); may substitute with caution
USAASTM A285/A285MGrade CLower strength firebox quality plate; not for pressure vessels with same design margins
EuropeEN 10028-2P295GHSignificantly higher yield (295 MPa) and tensile (460–580 MPa); only for upgraded design

Notes:

  • Welding: Low hydrogen processes are recommended; preheat may be required for thick sections or low ambient temperatures. Post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) should follow applicable codes (e.g., ASME Section VIII) when thickness exceeds specified limits.
  • Optional impact testing: Charpy V-notch tests at agreed temperatures (e.g., 0 °C, -10 °C) can be specified; typical minimum average values are 27 J transverse.
  • Surface condition: Plates are supplied with a mill finish; additional ultrasonic testing per ASTM A435 or EN 10160 can be ordered.
  • Dimensional tolerances: According to JIS G3193 (hot-rolled steel plate tolerances).
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