Q420qE Bridge Steel Plate
High-strength structural steel designed for bridge engineering, compliant with GB/T 714-2015, offering excellent durability and reliability at -40°C low-temperature environment.
About Q420qE Bridge Steel Plate
Q420qE is a high-strength low-alloy structural steel under Chinese standard (GB/T 714-2015), specially developed for large-span bridge engineering projects in ultra-low-temperature environments.
The letter "q" in the grade stands for "qiaoliang" (bridge), and "E" indicates the steel's impact test temperature is -40°C, suitable for large-span bridge construction projects in extremely cold regions of China and worldwide.
This steel features high yield strength (420MPa), excellent weldability, and outstanding ultra-low-temperature toughness, making it an ideal choice for large-span bridge infrastructure projects in extremely cold climate zones.
Technical Specifications
Basic Information
Mechanical Properties
| Thickness(mm) | Yield Strength(MPa) ≥ | Tensile Strength(MPa)≥ | Elongation(%) ≥ | Impact Energy(J) ≥ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤50 | 420 | 540 | 19 | 120 |
| ＞50--≤100 | 410 | 540 | 19 | 120 |
| ＞100--≤150 | - | 540 | 19 | 120 |
Chemical Composition (TMCP)
| Grade | Quality | C ≤% | Si ≤% | Mn % | Nb % | V % | Ti % | Als % | Cr ≤% | Ni ≤% | Cu ≤% | Mo ≤% | N ≤% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q420q | E | 0.11 | 0.55 | 1.00~1.70 | 0.010~0.090 | 0.010~0.080 | 0.006~0.030 | 0.010~0.045 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.25 | 0.008 |
a: Max Mn can be 2.00% by agreement.
b: Al, Nb, V, Ti can be added alone or in combination. Nb+V+Ti ≤ 0.22%.
c: Total aluminum (Alt): 0.015%~0.050%.
International Standard Comparison
Mechanical Properties Comparison (Thickness ≤50mm)
| Property | Q420qE | S420NL | A709 Gr50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min Yield Strength (MPa) | 420 | 420 | 345 |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | 540 | 520-680 | 450-600 |
| Min Elongation (%) | 19 | 21 | 21 |
| Impact Test Temperature (°C) | -40 | -20 | 0 |
Chemical Composition Comparison (%)
| Element | Q420qE | S420NL | A709 Gr50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | ≤0.11 | ≤0.22 | ≤0.23 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.55 | ≤0.60 | 0.15-0.40 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 1.00-1.70 | 1.40-1.90 | 0.90-1.60 |
Key Differences Summary:
- Q420qE offers high yield strength (420MPa) with excellent -40°C ultra-low-temperature toughness
- Designed for large-span bridge projects in extremely cold climate regions
- Excellent weldability with Ceq ≤ 0.44%
- Compliant with GB/T 714-2015 standard
Application Projects
Large-span Highway Bridge
Ideal for large-span highway bridges in extremely cold regions, providing excellent ultra-low-temperature stability at -40℃.
- Plate Thickness: 16mm-60mm
- Total Consumption: 12,800 tons
High-speed Railway Bridge
Applied to large-span high-speed railway bridges in extremely cold zones, featuring outstanding -40℃ ultra-low-temperature fatigue resistance.
- Total Consumption: 18,500 tons
- 100+ years service life
Large-span Urban Viaduct
Used for large-span urban viaducts in extremely cold regions, offering reliable -40℃ structural support.
- Plate Thickness: 20mm-80mm
- High load-bearing capacity
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Q420qE and Q420qD/Q420qF steel plates?
Main differences between Q420qE, Q420qD and Q420qF bridge steel plates:
- Impact Test Temperature: Q420qD (-20°C) < Q420qE (-40°C) < Q420qF (-60°C)
- Low-Temperature Performance: Q420qF > Q420qE > Q420qD
- Application: Q420qD for normal temperature areas, Q420qE for extremely cold areas, Q420qF for frigid areas
- Strength Level: All grades feature 420MPa high yield strength for large-span bridges
- Application Scope: Q420qE is specially used for large-span bridges in ultra-low temperature environments
What are the welding requirements for Q420qE steel plates?
Q420qE has good weldability (Ceq ≤0.44%) with ultra-low-temperature construction requirements:
- Preheating to 100-150℃ recommended for thickness >30mm in cold environments
- Use E55 series low-alloy electrodes (E5515/E5516) for conventional welding
- Interpass temperature control ≤230℃ during multi-pass welding
- Post-weld heat treatment not required for general bridge components
- Suitable for automated welding and on-site construction in cold regions
Follow standard welding procedures for Q420 series high-strength structural steels.
What is the operating temperature range of Q420qE steel?
Q420qE is designed for ultra-low temperature environments with the following temperature range:
- Minimum Operating Temperature: -40°C (meets impact energy requirements at this temperature)
- Recommended Continuous Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 200°C
- Short-term Maximum Operating Temperature: 300°C
- Application Environment: Suitable for extremely cold regions in China and worldwide
Q420qE is a high-strength bridge steel for large-span bridge projects in extremely cold climate zones.
What advantages does Q420qE have for large-span bridge construction?
Q420qE has outstanding advantages for large-span bridge construction:
- High yield strength: 420MPa, suitable for large-span bridge load-bearing requirements
- Excellent ultra-low-temperature toughness: Stable performance at -40°C
- Good weldability: Suitable for large-scale bridge construction in cold regions
- Wide application: Ideal for highway, high-speed railway, large-span urban bridges in frigid zones
- Cost-effective: Balanced performance and cost for extremely cold region projects
- National standard certification: Fully compliant with GB/T 714-2015 bridge steel standards
These advantages make Q420qE the optimal choice for large-span bridge engineering in extremely cold climate zones.
What quality inspections are performed for Q420qE steel plates?
Comprehensive quality inspections are provided for Q420qE steel plates:
- EN 10204 3.1 material test certificate with -40°C impact test results
- GB/T 714-2015 bridge steel compliance certification
- 100% ultrasonic testing for internal quality inspection
- Mechanical property test including yield and tensile strength
- -40°C Charpy V-notch impact toughness test report
- Chemical composition analysis in accordance with national standard
- Third-party inspection certification available upon request
All Q420qE steel plates undergo strict quality inspections to ensure bridge engineering compliance.
Core Advantages
420MPa High Yield Strength
Superior load-bearing capacity for large-span bridges.
Excellent Weldability
Optimized composition ensures reliable welding performance.
-40℃ Ultra-Low-Temperature Toughness
Stable performance in extremely cold climate environments.
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