S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe | EN 10025-6 Datasheet

Comprehensive material datasheet for S890QL steel according to EN 10025-6, including chemical composition, mechanical properties, thermal and electrical properties, equivalent standards, and application guide for ERW pipe and structural components.

Hot rolling, cold forming, welding, machining, ERW pipe manufacturing

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe Introduction

S890QL is a high-strength structural steel with a minimum yield strength of 890MPa, supplied in the quenched and tempered condition according to EN 10025-6. It offers excellent toughness down to -40°C, making it suitable for demanding welded structures in heavy engineering, cranes, offshore platforms, and pressure vessels. The 'Q' denotes quenched and tempered, and 'L' indicates low-temperature impact testing at -40°C. Available in plate, strip, and ERW pipe forms, S890QL combines high strength with good weldability and formability.

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of S890QL is precisely controlled to achieve high strength and excellent toughness after quenching and tempering. Low carbon equivalent ensures good weldability. Microalloying elements such as niobium, vanadium, and titanium contribute to grain refinement and precipitation strengthening.

Chemical ElementStandard Value (wt. %)Remarks
Carbon (C)≤ 0.20Ladle analysis
Silicon (Si)≤ 0.80
Manganese (Mn)≤ 1.70
Phosphorus (P)≤ 0.020
Sulfur (S)≤ 0.010
Chromium (Cr)≤ 1.50
Nickel (Ni)≤ 2.0
Molybdenum (Mo)≤ 0.70
Copper (Cu)≤ 0.50
Aluminium (Altotal)≥ 0.015Fine grain practice
Titanium (Ti)≤ 0.05
Vanadium (V)≤ 0.12
Niobium (Nb)≤ 0.06
Boron (B)≤ 0.005
Nitrogen (N)≤ 0.015
Zirconium (Zr)≤ 0.15Optional grain refiner
Carbon Equivalent Value (CEV)≤ 0.65Typical for ≤ 50mm thickness, CEV = C + Mn/6 + (Cr+Mo+V)/5 + (Ni+Cu)/15

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Typical physical properties for S890QL quenched and tempered steel. These values may vary slightly depending on exact composition and heat treatment. Values are for room temperature unless otherwise noted.

PropertyStandard RequirementUnitTest Condition
Density (ρ)7850kg/m³At 20°C
Elastic modulus (E)210GPaAt 20°C
Shear modulus (G)81GPaApprox. E/(2(1+ν))
Poisson's ratio (ν)0.3–At 20°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)11.110⁻⁶/K20 – 100°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)11.910⁻⁶/K20 – 200°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)13.210⁻⁶/K20 – 400°C
Thermal conductivity (λ)35W/(m·K)At 20°C
Specific heat capacity (c)460J/(kg·K)At 20°C
Electrical resistivity (ρₑ)0.22µΩ·mAt 20°C

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe Mechanical Properties

Minimum mechanical properties of S890QL according to EN 10025-6 for quenched and tempered flat products. Values depend on thickness and orientation. Impact energy tested on Charpy V-notch specimens at -40°C.

PropertyStandard RequirementUnitTest Condition / Remarks
Yield strength (ReH) – longitudinal≥ 890MPaThickness ≤ 50 mm
Yield strength (ReH) – longitudinal≥ 860MPaThickness > 50 ≤ 100 mm
Yield strength (ReH) – transverse≥ 870MPaThickness ≤ 50 mm; transverse value typically 20 MPa lower than longitudinal
Tensile strength (Rm) – longitudinal940 – 1100MPaThickness ≤ 50 mm
Tensile strength (Rm) – longitudinal880 – 1100MPaThickness > 50 ≤ 100 mm
Elongation after fracture (A) – longitudinal≥ 12%Gauge length L0 = 5.65√S0; thickness ≤ 100 mm
Impact energy (KV) at -40°C – longitudinal≥ 30JCharpy V-notch, 10×10 mm specimen, thickness ≥ 10 mm
Impact energy (KV) at -40°C – transverse≥ 27JCharpy V-notch, 10×10 mm specimen, thickness ≥ 10 mm

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe Complete Equivalent Material Standards and Replaceable Grade Recommendations

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
EuropeEN 10025-6S890QLBase standard; quenched and tempered
InternationalISO 4950-2S890QLIdentical technical content
GermanyDIN EN 10025-6S890QLAdopted European standard
United KingdomBS EN 10025-6S890QLAdopted European standard
FranceNF EN 10025-6S890QLAdopted European standard
ItalyUNI EN 10025-6S890QLAdopted European standard

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe Application Introduction

S890QL is used in heavy welded structures where high strength, excellent low‑temperature toughness, and good weldability are required. ERW pipes in this grade are commonly applied in structural columns, offshore risers, and high‑pressure pipelines. Processing demands precise welding procedures and possible post‑weld heat treatment to maintain mechanical integrity.

Product Applications: Crane booms and lattice masts, Jack‑up rig legs and offshore platform components, Wind turbine tower sections and foundation structures, Heavy‑lift mobile crane frames, Structural ERW pipes (columns, bracings, high‑pressure line pipe), Pressure vessels and penstocks

Processed into products: Thick‑walled ERW pipe joints and stiffened shells, Welded box beams and hollow sections, Mobile crane outriggers and chassis beams, Excavator booms and buckets, Heavy‑duty hydraulic cylinder rods, Shafts and axles for mining trucks

Application industries: Heavy engineering and construction, Offshore oil and gas, Mining and earthmoving equipment, Shipbuilding and marine structures, Crane and lifting equipment, Structural steel fabrication, ERW pipe manufacturing for structural and pressure applications

S890QL High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Structural Steel Plate & ERW Pipe Similar or Substitute Material Recommendations

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
EuropeEN 10025-6S890QSame strength, impact test at -20°C instead of -40°C; suitable for less severe low‑temperature applications
EuropeEN 10025-6S960QLHigher yield strength (≥960 MPa); lower ductility; use where lighter weight is critical
USAASTM A514/A517Grade SYield strength ~690 MPa; high‑strength quenched & tempered steel for structural plates; lower strength than S890QL
Sweden / InternationalTrademark (SSAB)Weldox 900 / Strenx 900Proprietary grade; comparable minimum yield strength 890 MPa; often sold as plate or tube
Germany / InternationalTrademark (Dillinger)DILLIMAX 890Proprietary grade; high‑strength fine‑grained structural steel with minimum yield strength 890 MPa

Notes:

ERW pipe manufacture requires appropriate welding procedures; low‑hydrogen consumables and preheat may be necessary depending on thickness. Post‑weld heat treatment (PWHT) is often applied to restore toughness. The CEV limit of 0.65 ensures good weldability, but heat input control is critical to avoid softening in the HAZ. Always refer to the latest edition of EN 10025‑6 and the manufacturer's specific datasheet for guaranteed properties.

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