ASTM A738 / A738M
This specification covers heat-treated carbonmanganese- silicon steel plates intended for use in welded pressure vessels at moderate and lower temperature service. 1.2 Material under this specification is available in four strength levels, 75 ksi [515 MPa], 85 ksi [585 MPa], 80 ksi [550 MPa], and 90 ksi [620 MPa] minimum ultimate tensile strengths.The maximum thickness of plates for Grades A, B, and C is limited only by the capacity of the chemical composition and heat treatment to meet the specified mechanical property requirements; however, current practice normally limits the maximum thickness of plates furnished under this specification to 6 in. [ 150 mm] for Grade A, 4 in. [100 mm] for Grade B, and 6 in. [150 mm] for Grade C. The maximum permitted nominal thickness is 1.5 in. [40 mm] for Grade D and 2 in. [50 mm] for Grade E.
| Grades | Description |
|---|---|
| Grade A | - |
| Grade B | - |
| Grade C | - |
| Grade D | - |
| Grade E | - |
