ASTM A514 GR E Quenched and Tempered Steel Plate

If you're looking for a high-strength steel plate that offers superior yield strength combined with excellent low-temperature toughness and weldability, ASTM A514 GR E quenched and tempered steel plate is an outstanding option for rigorous structural demands. This alloy steel performs exceptionally in cold environments and high-impact scenarios, making it ideal for applications in offshore platforms, heavy machinery, and bridges. At Gangsteel, we specialize in manufacturing and exporting high-quality ASTM A514 GR E plates, produced to exacting international standards to ensure dependable quality and performance customized to your specifications.

Our A514 GR E plates are processed through a precise quenching and tempering method: heated to high temperatures, rapidly cooled to achieve hardness, and then tempered to optimize toughness. This creates a material that's robust yet formable, suitable for welding into complex structures while maintaining durability. With our deep industry knowledge, Gangsteel ensures every plate is rigorously tested, enabling your projects to endure extreme conditions reliably.

 

What is ASTM A514 GR E Steel Plate?

ASTM A514 GR E is a quenched and tempered alloy steel plate engineered for high-yield-strength in welded constructions. As part of the A514 series, Grade E features alloying elements like chromium, molybdenum, and titanium that enhance its impact resistance, particularly at low temperatures.

This grade is well-suited for thicknesses up to 6 inches, retaining strong mechanical properties under load. Gangsteel produces A514 GR E plates that are flexible for fabrication, integrating smoothly into designs for equipment such as crane booms, mining gear, or cold-climate structures.

 

ASTM A514 GR E Specification

The ASTM A514 standard sets guidelines for high-strength, quenched and tempered alloy steel plates for structural welding. Grade E specifies plates up to 6 inches thick, with yield strength calibrated by thickness to maximize low-temperature performance.

Gangsteel's plates fully conform to ASTM A514/A514M, including essential heat treatment and testing. We provide additional options like enhanced Charpy testing to exceed your project requirements.

 

Supply Specifications

Gangsteel offers adaptable supply options for ASTM A514 GR E steel plates, designed to meet a variety of project demands. From standard sizes to custom fabrication, our capabilities deliver precisely what you need.

Specification

Range

Thickness

6mm to 300mm

Width

1500mm to 4050mm

Length

3000mm to 15000mm

Surface

Quenched and tempered

Processing

Cutting, beveling, milling available

These dimensions support easy adaptation to your processes—contact us for tailored modifications.

 

Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of ASTM A514 GR E is carefully balanced for enhanced strength and low-temperature resilience, with alloys improving hardenability and resistance to brittleness. We manage this via ladle (melt) analysis during production and product analysis on the finished plate, incorporating minor tolerances per ASTM A6.

The combined table provides clarity:

Element

Ladle Analysis (%)

Product Analysis (%)

Carbon (C)

0.12-0.20

0.10-0.22

Manganese (Mn)

0.40-0.70

0.36-0.74

Phosphorus (P)

0.035 max

0.043 max

Sulfur (S)

0.035 max

0.043 max

Silicon (Si)

0.20-0.40

0.15-0.45

Chromium (Cr)

1.40-2.00

1.35-2.05

Molybdenum (Mo)

0.40-0.60

0.37-0.63

Titanium (Ti)

0.01-0.10

0.00-0.12

Boron (B)

0.001-0.005

0.000-0.006

This formulation ensures our plates thrive in challenging, cold-stress applications.

Mechanical Properties

ASTM A514 GR E provides exceptional mechanical characteristics for structural durability, with values varying by plate thickness to preserve balance. Critical features include high yield strength (deformation resistance), tensile strength (load capacity), elongation (ductility for shaping without breaking), Brinell hardness (wear resistance), and superior low-temperature impact toughness (Charpy V-notch testing, ensuring reliability down to -60°F with minimum 20 ft-lb supplemental values).

Gangsteel's plates are optimized for environments requiring fatigue resistance and cold-weather performance. Elongation is measured over a 2-inch gauge, hardness supports abrasive conditions, and Charpy metrics confirm toughness in sub-zero settings.

Thickness (inches)

Yield Strength (min, ksi/MPa)

Tensile Strength (ksi/MPa)

Elongation (min, % in 2")

Hardness (Brinell, HBW)

Charpy V-Notch Impact (min, ft-lb at -60°F)

Up to 2.5

100 / 690

110-130 / 760-895

18

235-293

20 (supplemental)

2.5 to 6

90 / 620

100-130 / 690-895

16

235-293

20 (supplemental)

 

Applications of A514 Grade E Steel Plate

Gangsteel's ASTM A514 GR E steel plate is highly versatile in sectors demanding high strength and low-temperature resilience. It's frequently used in offshore drilling rigs and platforms, where it withstands harsh marine conditions and cold impacts.

In mining and construction, our plates construct durable crane components and heavy loaders that operate in frigid climates. Agricultural equipment, vehicle frames in arctic regions, and structural bridges also utilize its excellent toughness. We've supplied GR E for worldwide projects, demonstrating its effectiveness in extreme environments.

 

Equivalent Grades for ASTM A514 Grade E

ASTM A514 Grade E corresponds to international quenched and tempered high-strength steels, reflecting its composition (e.g., high Cr-Mo for toughness) and properties (yield ~620-690 MPa, tensile 690-895 MPa, enhanced low-temp impact). Listings are limited to direct equivalents for structural uses. The table below covers major standards per country/region, focusing solely on precise matches.

Country/Region

Standard

Equivalent Grade

Key Matching Properties

USA

ASTM A514 / ASTM A517

Grade E

Baseline: Q&T low-alloy, 100 ksi yield up to 2.5", superior low-temp impact to -60°F, weldable structures.

Europe (General)

EN 10025-6

S690QL

Quenched/tempered fine-grain; 690 MPa yield, tensile 770-940 MPa, elongation ≥14%, impact at -40°C.

Germany

DIN EN 10025-6 / SEW 092

S690QL / STE690V / QStE690TM (1.0966)

High-strength Q&T; 690 MPa yield, 235-295 HB hardness, Cr-Mo alloyed for cold toughness.

France

NF EN 10025-6 / NF A36-231

S690QL / E690D / E690TR

Equivalent to EN; balanced strength, impact at -20°C to -40°C, suitable for heavy cold-duty machinery.

Italy

UNI EN 10025-6

S690QL

Aligns with EN; Q&T fine-grain, abrasion-resistant, tensile 770-940 MPa.

UK

BS EN 10025-6 / BS 4360

S690QL / 75F70

Per EN; 690 MPa yield, good ductility for bridges, enhanced low-temp properties.

Japan

JIS G3128

SHY685 / SHY685N

High-yield Q&T welded steel; 685 MPa yield, tensile 780-930 MPa, low-temp toughness with V alloys.

China

GB/T 16270

Q690D / Q690E

Low-alloy high-strength Q&T; 690 MPa yield, -20°C to -40°C impact, similar Cr-Mo content.

Australia/New Zealand

AS/NZS 3678

Grade 700 / 700L15

Structural Q&T plate; 700 MPa yield, tensile 790-930 MPa, low-temp variant for weldability.

Russia

GOST 19281

15Kh2NMFA / 14G2AFD

Low-alloy cold-resistant; 590-690 MPa yield, tensile 700-850 MPa, impact to -60°C.

India

IS 2062

E690

High-strength structural Q&T; 690 MPa yield, elongation 14-18%, low-temp options.

Sweden

SS EN 10025-6

S690QL

Matches EN; high-yield with cold toughness, used in structural engineering.

Canada

CSA G40.21

700QT / 700W

High-strength quenched/tempered; 700 MPa yield, low-temp impact, equivalent for welded structures.

Verify with mill certificates for exact application compatibility.

 

Delivery Status

Gangsteel's ASTM A514 GR E plates are supplied primarily in quenched and tempered condition, prepared for immediate application with peak strength and flexibility. Protective packaging ensures safe transport, with mill test certificates verifying standards.

Alternative statuses like normalized are available upon request, but Q&T is standard for superior low-temp structural performance.

 

Gangsteel Supply Range and Services

Gangsteel provides an extensive range for ASTM A514 GR E, including thicknesses from 6mm to 300mm, widths up to 4050mm, and lengths to 15000mm. We customize to fit your precise needs for optimal workflow.

Services feature ultrasonic testing, Charpy impact confirmation, and processing such as plasma cutting or beveling. As exporters, we offer efficient global shipping with competitive lead times. Our experts provide knowledgeable advice to select the perfect plate for your project—get in touch for help.

 

FAQ

What distinguishes ASTM A514 GR E from other grades?GR E excels in low-temperature toughness, making it suitable for cold environments with yields up to 100 ksi under 2.5 inches.

Is welding A514 GR E straightforward?Yes, with preheating and proper fillers to avoid cracking—our plates are optimized for it.

Key applications for Gangsteel's GR E plate?Offshore rigs, mining in cold areas, and structures requiring impact resistance at low temps.

Custom sizes offered?Yes—we process and cut to your specifications.

How to obtain a quote?Visit our website or contact us for a customized quote.

 

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