RINA D550 steel plate, also written as RI/D550, RINA Grade D550, Registro Italiano Navale D550 or market names such as DH55 / DQ56, is the extra-high-strength hull structural steel of RINA Rules for the Classification of Ships (IACS UR W16 extra-high-strength family) with 550 MPa minimum yield, 670-830 MPa tensile strength and Charpy V-notch toughness at -20°C [-4°F]. In the grade name, "D" is the toughness class, and "550" is the yield-strength level in MPa (not AH550). Gangsteel, a steel plate exporter, supplies RINA D550 / RI/D550 plates cut to size for shipbuilding, offshore platforms and marine structures.

Data source: Per IACS UR W16 (extra-high-strength hull structural steel) as adopted in RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) hull structural steel rules, cross-checked with LR DH55 / ABS DQ56 sibling pages on gangsteel.net. Official mill/certificate grade is RINA D550 (RI/D550). Verify the current RINA edition before ordering.

RINA D550 Chemical Composition (Heat Analysis)

 

ElementCMnSiPSAl (acid sol.)
RINA D550, %0.20 max1.70 max0.10-0.550.030 max0.030 max0.015 min
ElementNNbVTiBNotes
RINA D550, %0.020 max0.02-0.050.04-0.100.02 max0.005 maxNi/Cu/Cr/Mo per delivery condition (N/TM/QT) in UR W16

Per IACS UR W16 / RINA extra-high-strength rules. Exact maxima for Ni, Cu, Cr and Mo depend on delivery condition (N/NR, TM or QT). Carbon equivalent / CET / Pcm limits apply by thickness and condition; confirm on the mill certificate and current rule edition.

Product Analysis (Check Analysis)

 

When product analysis is required, apply ASTM A6/A6M Table A permitted variations to the heat limits unless the element is min-only or not listed in Table A.

ElementHeat analysis limitProduct analysis (heat ± A6)
C0.20 max0.24 max
Mn1.70 maxsee A6 Table A vs heat upper limit
Si0.10-0.550.05–0.61 (approx. A6)
P0.030 max0.040 max
S0.030 max0.040 max
Al (acid sol.)0.015 minno A6 Table A tolerance; product value not tabulated
N0.020 max0.025 max (typical A6 +0.005)
Nb0.02-0.050.010–0.060
V0.04-0.100.030–0.110
Ti0.02 max0.03 max
B0.005 maxproduct analysis often not applicable

Product analysis applies only when specified; for a range, results may not vary both above and below it.

RINA D550 Mechanical Properties

 

GradeYield strength, minTensile strengthElongation, min
RINA D550550 MPa [80 ksi]670-830 MPa [97-120 ksi]16%

Per IACS UR W16 / RINA rules (common t≤50 mm values). Yield may step down for thicker plates per UR W16; confirm thickness-dependent values on the order.

Charpy V-Notch Impact Requirements (-20°C [-4°F])

 

ThicknessTest temperatureLongitudinal, avg minTransverse, avg min
t≤50 mm-20°C [-4°F]55 J37 J
50<t≤70 mm-20°C [-4°F]55 J37 J
70<t≤100 mm-20°C [-4°F]55 J37 J

Per IACS UR W16 / RINA extra-high-strength practice. Average of three full-size specimens; transverse values apply when required. Thicker plates by agreement.

Delivery Condition and Deoxidation

Deoxidation: Killed, fine-grain practice. Delivery condition: typically TMCP or QT for extra-high-strength plates; N/NR may apply at lower extra-high levels per rules. D-class (D550) grades are typically normalized or TMCP; controlled-rolled delivery may apply within rule limits. Optional extras: UT, Z15/Z25/Z35, RINA survey.

Thickness Coverage

Extra-high-strength RINA A/D/E/F 420-690 plates are commonly supplied from about 6 mm to 100 mm thick (thicker by agreement under UR W16). Width 1500-4000 mm and length 6000-18000 mm are typical.

Equivalent Steel Grades of RINA D550

 

Society / StandardEquivalent grade
RINA (Registro Italiano Navale)RINA D550 steel plate (RI/D550; LR DH55 / ABS DQ56)
LR (Lloyd's Register)LR DH55 steel plate
ABSABS DQ56 steel plate
CCSCCS D550 steel plate
GLGL D550 steel plate
DNVDNV D550 steel plate
NKNK D56 steel plate
KRKR D56 steel plate
BVBV D550 steel plate

IACS societies align extra-high-strength hull grades under UR W16; naming differs (RINA D550, LR DH55, ABS DQ56). Dual certification is common when ordered that way.

FAQ about RINA D550 Steel Plate

What is RINA D550 steel plate?

It is an extra-high-strength hull structural steel under RINA Rules (IACS UR W16 extra-high-strength family), with 550 MPa minimum yield, 670-830 MPa tensile strength and Charpy toughness at -20°C [-4°F]. The mill certificate grade is RINA D550 (RI/D550).

What does RINA D550 / RI/D550 stand for?

RINA is Registro Italiano Navale (RI on certificates). The letter D is the toughness class (Charpy at -20°C [-4°F]), and 550 is the yield-strength level in MPa. Market/LR naming often uses DH55; ABS often uses DQ56. Note: RINA does not use AH550 — the grade is D550, not AH550.

What is the yield strength of RINA D550?

Minimum 550 MPa (80 ksi), tensile 670-830 MPa (97-120 ksi), elongation about 16% min (for the common thickness range).

What is the impact test temperature for RINA D550?

Charpy V-notch at -20°C [-4°F]. Typical longitudinal average minimum is 55 J (transverse 37 J) for the tabulated thickness range on this grade page.

What is the difference between RINA A550, D550, E550 and F550?

Same 550 MPa strength class. Toughness class differs: A at 0°C, D at -20°C, E at -40°C, F at -60°C. Chemistry (C, P, S, Mn) is tightened for colder classes.

How does RINA D550 differ from higher-strength RINA AH40?

RINA AH40 is UR W11 higher-strength (390 MPa). RINA D550 is UR W16 extra-high-strength (550 MPa) with different chemistry and delivery practice (often TM/QT).

Is RINA D550 the same as LR DH55 or ABS DQ56?

They are IACS counterparts in the extra-high-strength family; exact chemistry/delivery options differ by society edition. Dual certification is available when surveys are arranged.

Is RINA D550 weldable?

Weldable with approved procedures for extra-high-strength ship steel. Preheat, heat input and consumable matching are critical; follow the mill WPS and RINA welding requirements.

What heat treatment is required for RINA D550?

Extra-high-strength grades are typically delivered TMCP or quenched and tempered (QT), sometimes normalized/normalized-rolled depending on strength level and thickness. D-class (D550) grades are typically normalized or TMCP; controlled-rolled delivery may apply within rule limits. Optional extras: UT, Z15/Z25/Z35, RINA survey.

What thickness is available for RINA D550?

Common supply is about 6-100 mm (thicker by agreement under UR W16 / RINA rules), 1500-4000 mm wide and 6000-18000 mm long.

Other RINA Steel Plate Grades

RINA Grade A steel plate | RINA Grade B steel plate | RINA Grade D steel plate | RINA Grade E steel plate | RINA AH32 steel plate | RINA AH36 steel plate | RINA AH40 steel plate | RINA DH32 steel plate | RINA DH36 steel plate | RINA DH40 steel plate | RINA EH32 steel plate | RINA EH36 steel plate | RINA EH40 steel plate | RINA FH32 steel plate | RINA FH36 steel plate | RINA FH40 steel plate | RINA A420 steel plate | RINA A460 steel plate | RINA A500 steel plate | RINA A550 steel plate | RINA A620 steel plate | RINA A690 steel plate | RINA D420 steel plate | RINA D460 steel plate | RINA D500 steel plate | RINA D620 steel plate | RINA D690 steel plate | RINA E420 steel plate | RINA E460 steel plate | RINA E500 steel plate | RINA E550 steel plate | RINA E620 steel plate | RINA E690 steel plate | RINA F420 steel plate | RINA F460 steel plate | RINA F500 steel plate | RINA F550 steel plate | RINA F620 steel plate | RINA F690 steel plate

Equivalent Class Society Grades

RINA D550 corresponds to extra-high-strength counterparts under other IACS societies (LR DH55, ABS DQ56, etc.): LR DH55 steel plate, ABS DQ56 steel plate, CCS D550 steel plate, GL D550 steel plate, DNV D550 steel plate, NK D56 steel plate, KR D56 steel plate, BV D550 steel plate, RINA D550 steel plate.