Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate - GB/T 16270 Standard

Comprehensive material data for Q890D steel plate under Chinese standard GB/T 16270, including chemical composition, mechanical properties, thermal and electrical properties, and equivalent grades.

Welding, bending, cold forming (limited), cutting, machining

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate Introduction

Q890D is a high-strength carbon and low-alloy structural steel plate specified in GB/T 16270 (High Strength Structural Steel Plates in the Quenched and Tempered Condition). It offers a minimum yield strength of 890 MPa and excellent toughness at -20°C. The steel is delivered in the quenched and tempered condition, achieving a fine microstructure that ensures high strength, good weldability, and good formability. Typical applications include heavy-duty machinery, mining equipment, bridge structures, and offshore engineering. Its low alloy design (mainly Mn, Cr, Ni, Mo) provides hardenability while maintaining adequate ductility.

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of Q890D is according to GB/T 16270. It is a low-carbon, microalloyed steel with additions of Mn, Cr, Ni, Mo, and sometimes V, Nb, Ti for grain refinement and precipitation hardening. Maximum limits ensure good weldability and toughness. The carbon equivalent (CEV) is typically controlled to facilitate welding.

ElementStandard Value (max, unless range)Remarks
C≤0.20
Si≤0.80
Mn≤2.00
P≤0.020
S≤0.010
Cr≤1.50
Ni≤2.00
Mo≤0.70
Cu≤0.50
B≤0.005
V≤0.12
Nb≤0.06
Ti≤0.05
V+Nb+Ti≤0.22Sum of microalloying elements

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Typical physical properties for Q890D grade steel at room temperature unless otherwise noted. These values are representative for low-alloy high-strength steels and may vary slightly based on actual composition and heat treatment.

PropertyTypical ValueUnitTest Condition
Density (ρ)7850kg/m³At 20°C
Elastic Modulus (E)210GPaAt 20°C
Shear Modulus (G)81GPaAt 20°C (calculated)
Poisson's Ratio (ν)0.30At 20°C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)11.110⁻⁶/K20–100°C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)12.310⁻⁶/K20–200°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)46W/(m·K)At 20°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)42W/(m·K)At 200°C
Specific Heat Capacity460J/(kg·K)At 20°C
Electrical Resistivity (ρₑ)0.23μΩ·mAt 20°C

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties for Q890D steel plates as per GB/T 16270. Values depend on plate thickness. Tensile testing is performed in accordance with GB/T 228. Impact tests at -20°C with Charpy V-notch specimens (KV2) are required for grade D. Bend test (180°) with specified mandrel diameter confirms formability.

PropertyStandard ValueUnitTest Condition
Yield Strength (ReH)≥890MPaPlate thickness ≤50 mm
Yield Strength (ReH)≥860MPaPlate thickness >50–100 mm
Yield Strength (ReH)≥830MPaPlate thickness >100–150 mm
Tensile Strength (Rm)940–1100MPaPlate thickness ≤50 mm
Tensile Strength (Rm)930–1100MPaPlate thickness >50–100 mm
Tensile Strength (Rm)900–1100MPaPlate thickness >100–150 mm
Elongation (A)≥10%Plate thickness ≤50 mm, gauge length 5.65√S0
Elongation (A)≥10%Plate thickness >50–100 mm
Elongation (A)≥10%Plate thickness >100–150 mm
Bend Test (180°)No crack, mandrel diameter d=4aPlate thickness ≤50 mm
Bend Test (180°)No crack, mandrel diameter d=5aPlate thickness >50–100 mm
Impact Energy (KV2, -20°C)≥47 (longitudinal)JStandard Charpy V-notch specimen

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate Fully Equivalent Material Standards and Substitutable Grades

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
EuropeEN 10025-6S890QLSame quenched and tempered structure; -20°C impact option (L) matches D requirement
International (withdrawn but referenced)ISO 4950-2:1995E890DDHistorical equivalent; DD suffix indicates delivery condition and temperature (-20°C)
USANo direct ASTM equivalent; closest strength levels are A514 Grade S (yield 690 MPa) or proprietary grades
JapanNo direct JIS equivalent; SHY685/780 have lower strength; Nippon Steel WEL-TEN 950 series may be comparable

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate Application Introduction

Q890D steel plate is extensively used in structures requiring high strength-to-weight ratio, good toughness at low temperatures, and reliable weldability. Its quenched and tempered condition guarantees homogeneous mechanical properties through the thickness. Industries and typical products include:

Product Applications: Crane booms and telescopic arms, Excavator buckets and blades, Mining truck frames and dump bodies, Bridge girders and arch ribs, Offshore platform support structures, High-pressure piping and manifold blocks

Processed into products: Welded structural parts (box sections, beams), Cut and machined support brackets, Bent and formed reinforcing plates, Precision-cut flame-cut parts (e.g., flanges, base plates), Heavy-duty fasteners and pins (after additional processing)

Application industries: Heavy machinery and construction equipment (cranes, excavators, bulldozers), Mining and earthmoving equipment (dump truck bodies, bucket components), Bridge and structural engineering (trusses, load-bearing beams), Offshore and marine engineering (jack-up rig legs, ship superstructures), Pressure vessels and penstocks, Railway wagons and transportation

Q890D High-Strength Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate Similar/Alternative Material Recommendations

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
ChinaGB/T 16270Q960DHigher strength (yield ≥960 MPa) with same -20°C impact requirement; can replace Q890D where weight reduction is critical; welding precautions needed
EuropeEN 10025-6S960QLEuropean high-strength quenched and tempered steel; slightly higher yield strength; often interchangeable with design adjustments
USAASTM A514Grade SYield strength ≥690 MPa, tensile 760–895 MPa; lower strength but often used in similar heavy equipment; may require increased thickness
JapanJIS G3128SHY685Yield ≥685 MPa, tensile 780–930 MPa; lower strength; needs thickness reevaluation when substituting for Q890D components

Notes:

Welding: Preheating (typically 150–200°C depending on thickness) and low-hydrogen practices are recommended. Post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) may be needed for thick sections. Forming: Cold bending is limited; hot forming or controlled press-braking with large radii is preferred. Delivery conditions: Plates are delivered in quenched and tempered condition; surface quality and flatness comply with GB/T 16270. Inspection: Ultrasonic testing (UT) per GB/T 2970 can be specified for internal soundness.

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