Ahmer Steel, a trusted name in Manama’s industrial landscape, takes pride in supplying and manufacturing high-performance SA 516 Grade 70 steel plates and sheets. From our base in Bahrain, we serve critical industries across the region with materials known for exceptional strength and reliability. Our commitment is to provide clients with durable solutions that meet the most demanding specifications, ensuring that every project we support is built on a foundation of quality and trust. We understand that behind every sheet of steel is a vital structure, and we deliver accordingly.
At its core, SA 516 Grade 70 features a fine-grained carbon steel composition, often enhanced with silicon for deoxidation. This composition gives it outstanding notch toughness, especially in moderately low-temperature service. The “70” designation refers to its minimum yield strength of 38,000 psi and a tensile strength range of 70,000 to 90,000 psi. This specific balance of strength and ductility makes it capable of withstanding significant pressure and stress, which is why it’s a go-to material for building secure and long-lasting pressure vessels.
Grade :Â ASME SA 516 GR.65 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Steel Plates
Width :Â 1250mm-3000mm
Thickness : 3 – 200 mm/ dimensions up to 4.000 mm
Length :Â 3000mm-11000mm.
Production :Â Hot-Rolled (HR)
Heat Treatment :Â Rolled/Normalised/N+T/QT
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Al | Cr | Cu | Ni | Mo | Nb | Ti | V |
| 0.08/0.20 | 0.4 | 0.9/1.5 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.02 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.08 | 0.01 | 0.03 | 0.02 |
| Tensile strength (ksi) | Tensile strength (MPa) | Yield strength (ksi) | Yield strength (MPa) | Elongation in 200mm (min)(%) | Elongation in 50mm (min) (%) |
| 65-85 | 450-585 | 35 | 240 | 19 | 23 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
The primary application for SA 516 Grade 70 sheets and plates is in the fabrication of pressure vessels for the oil, gas, and power generation sectors. You will find this steel in boilers, reactors, and storage tanks that operate under high pressures. Its excellent notch toughness also makes it a safe choice for components in cryogenic services. Beyond heavy industry, it’s also used in construction for bridges and large-scale building frames, wherever structural integrity under heavy loads is a non-negotiable requirement for safety and longevity.
Ahmer Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Manama, Bahrain.
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