S960Q is a European standard (EN 10025-6) for an ultra-high-strength structural steel that is quenched and tempered.
S960QL is a European standard (EN 10025-6) ultra-high-strength structural steel known for its exceptional strength, good weldability, and toughness.
Chemical Properties Of s960Q steel plate
|
C |
Si |
Mn |
Ni |
P |
S |
Cr |
Mo |
V |
N |
Nb |
Ti |
Cu |
Zr |
B |
CEV |
|
max 0.2 |
max 0.8 |
max 1.7 |
max 2 |
max 0.025 |
max 0.015 |
max 1.5 |
max 0.7 |
max 0.12 |
max 0.015 |
max 0.06 |
max 0.05 |
max 0.5 |
max 0.15 |
max 0.005 |
max 0.82 |
Chemical Composition for S960QL Steel Plate
| Grade | C | Si | Mn | P | S | N | B | Cr | Cu | Mo | Nb* | Ni | Ti* | V* | Zr* |
| S960QL | 0.20 | 0.80 | 1.70 | 0.020 | 0.010 | 0.015 | 0.0050 | 1.50 | 0.50 | 0.70 | 0.06 | 2.0 | 0.05 | 0.12 | 0.15 |
main difference
S960Q offers minimum impact toughness at -20°C, while S960QL provides superior toughness with guaranteed impact energy absorption down to -40°C, making QL suitable for colder, harsher environments requiring higher reliability in severe frost conditions. Both are high-strength structural steels (EN 10025-6) with a 960 MPa minimum yield strength, but the 'L' signifies a lower-temperature toughness requirement.
S960Q:
Toughness: Minimum impact toughness at -20°C.
Best For: Moderate climates or applications where performance at mild cold temperatures is sufficient.
S960QL:
Toughness: Guaranteed impact toughness at a lower temperature of -40°C.
Best For: Colder regions, high-altitude areas, or environments with potential for severe frost, ensuring safety and reliability in extreme cold.
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1.What is the equivalent of S960ql steel?
S960ql is a high-strength structural grade. The ASTM S960ql Equivalent is the ASTM Q345 exhibiting outstanding low temperature and cold stamping properties.
2.What is the ultimate strength of S960QL ?
The ultimate tensile strength (UTS) for S960QL steel typically ranges from 980 MPa to 1150 MPa, with its characteristic minimum yield strength being 960 MPa (hence the "960" in its name), making it a high-strength, quenched and tempered (Q&T) structural steel used for lightweight, high-load applications like cranes and heavy transport.
3.What material is S960Q stronger than steel?
S960Q is an ultra-high strength structural steel, making it stronger than most common steels like mild steel, medium carbon steel, and even many alloy steels and some stainless steels, due to its high minimum yield strength of 960 MPa (megapascals) achieved through quenching and tempering, allowing for lighter designs with superior load-bearing capacity.