RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil - High Strength Quenched and Tempered Marine Grade

Comprehensive data sheet for RINA DH620 shipbuilding steel coil: chemical composition, mechanical properties, thermal and electrical physical properties, equivalent grades, and application guide.

Hot rolling, cold forming, welding, cutting, bending

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil Introduction

RINA DH620 is a high-strength quenched and tempered steel coil for shipbuilding and offshore structures, certified by the Italian classification society RINA. It meets the requirements of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) UR W31 for extra high strength steels with minimum yield strength of 620 MPa and notch toughness at -20°C (DH class). The steel offers excellent weldability and toughness for heavy marine applications.

Key features:

  • Minimum yield strength 620 MPa
  • Charpy V-notch impact energy ≥27 J at -20°C (transverse)
  • Good combination of strength, toughness and weldability
  • Supplied in coil form for efficient fabrication

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil Chemical Composition

Chemical limits as per IACS UR W31 for grade 620 steel (applicable to RINA DH620). Values are maximum unless a range is indicated. Fine grain practice with sufficient aluminium or other grain refining elements is mandatory.

  • Carbon Equivalent (CEV) typically limited to avoid weld cracking.
  • Tramp elements controlled for toughness.
ElementMax/Min (%)Remarks
C (Carbon)≤0.20thickness ≤50 mm
Si (Silicon)≤0.55
Mn (Manganese)1.00–1.70
P (Phosphorus)≤0.025
S (Sulfur)≤0.025
Cu (Copper)≤0.50
Cr (Chromium)≤0.80
Ni (Nickel)≤2.00
Mo (Molybdenum)≤0.70
Nb (Niobium)≤0.06
V (Vanadium)≤0.10
Ti (Titanium)≤0.05
Al (Aluminium, total)≥0.015Minimum for grain refinement
N (Nitrogen)≤0.012

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Typical physical properties for low‑alloy quenched and tempered steel. These values are not part of the material certification but are useful for design calculations. Slight variations may occur depending on exact chemistry and heat treatment.

PropertyTypical ValueUnitReference Condition
Density (ρ)7850kg/m³At 20°C
Elastic Modulus (E)205–210GPaRoom temperature
Shear Modulus (G)~80GPaCalculated
Poisson's Ratio (ν)0.30Elastic range
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)1210⁻⁶/K20–100°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)45W/(m·K)At 20°C
Specific Heat Capacity460J/(kg·K)At 20°C
Electrical Resistivity (ρ_e)0.20–0.25Ω·mm²/m (×10⁻⁶ Ω·m)At 20°C

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties for RINA DH620 steel coil in quenched and tempered condition, tested at room temperature. Values comply with IACS UR W31. Impact test specimens are taken transverse to the rolling direction.

  • Yield and tensile values valid for thickness up to 50 mm (for coil typical thin gauge).
  • Elongation measured on a gauge length of 5.65√S₀.
PropertySpecified ValueUnitTest Condition
Yield Strength (ReH)≥620MPaRoom temperature, t ≤50 mm
Tensile Strength (Rm)720–890MPat ≤50 mm
Elongation (A)≥14%L₀=5.65√S₀, t ≤100 mm
Charpy Impact Energy (KV)≥27 (average)J-20°C, transverse, min 3 specimens
Bend TestNo cracks180° bend, diameter = 3t (t ≤30 mm)

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil Fully Equivalent Material Standards and Substitute Grades

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
InternationalIACS UR W31DH620Unified requirement for extra high strength Q&T steel
USAABS RulesABS DH620American Bureau of Shipping
Norway/GermanyDNV RulesDNV DH620DNV GL (now DNV)
FranceBV RulesBV DH620Bureau Veritas
UKLR RulesLR DH620Lloyd's Register
ChinaCCS RulesCCS DH620China Classification Society
JapanNK RulesNK DH620ClassNK
KoreaKR RulesKR DH620Korean Register

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil Application Introduction

RINA DH620 steel coil is designed for welded structures in shipbuilding and offshore engineering where high strength and toughness at sub‑zero temperatures are essential. Its coil form allows efficient processing into structural members by decoiling, cutting, forming and welding.

Key application notes:

  • Excellent weldability with low‑hydrogen processes; preheating may be required for thick sections.
  • Adequate forming properties for cold bending, rolling and pressing.
  • Charpy toughness at -20°C ensures safe operation in cold sea environments.
  • Often used in combination with higher grade steels (e.g., DH690) in weight‑sensitive designs.

Product Applications: Ship hull plates and sections, Decks and bulkheads, Stiffeners and frames, Offshore module skids and structures, Crane booms, legs and pedestals, Jack‑up rig legs and spudcans, Wind turbine transition pieces

Processed into products: Rolled stiffeners and flat bars, Cut and formed brackets, Welded box girders, Crane slewing rings, Base frames for heavy equipment, Deck machinery interfaces

Application industries: Shipbuilding and ship repair, Offshore oil & gas (platforms, FPSOs, subsea templates), Marine renewable energy (wind turbine foundations), Heavy lifting and crane manufacturing, Pressure vessel (non‑code applications)

RINA DH620 Shipbuilding Steel Coil Similar/Comparable Material Recommendations

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
InternationalIACS UR W31EH620Same strength, lower impact temperature (-40°C)
InternationalIACS UR W31DH550Lower strength class, suitable if 620 MPa yield not required
InternationalIACS UR W31DH690Higher strength class, yield 690 MPa
EuropeEN 10025-6S620QStructural Q&T steel, not specifically for shipbuilding; verify notch toughness
USAASTM A514Grade B/EHigh yield Q&T constructional alloy steel; check toughness requirements

Notes:

Additional remarks:

  • RINA certification should be obtained for each batch. The material is stamped with RINA mark, grade, heat number and surveyor's identification.
  • Supplementary testing such as CTOD or Z‑direction tensile may be agreed between manufacturer and purchaser.
  • For coiled products, not all mechanical properties may be guaranteed after subsequent cold deformation; appropriate stress relieving may be needed after forming.
  • The information above is based on publicly available IACS UR W31 and common classification society practice; for actual project requirements, refer to the latest RINA Rules or specific mill certificate.
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