DH36 Shipbuilding Steel Plate: High Strength Hull Structural Steel for Marine Applications

DH36 is primarily used for medium-high strength hull structures, decks, bulkheads, and marine components of vessels operating in cold waters. It is ideal for applications requiring balanced performance with 355 MPa yield strength and reliable -20°C impact toughness in cold climate regions.

The main difference is yield strength. Both DH32 and DH36 are impact tested at -20°C, but DH32 has a minimum yield strength of 315 MPa, while DH36 has a higher minimum yield strength of 355 MPa. DH36 provides better load-bearing capacity for applications requiring more strength while maintaining the same cold temperature toughness.

DH36 is impact tested at -20°C (-4°F) in accordance with classification society requirements for cold climate marine service conditions, same as DH32 and DH40 but with medium-high strength.

We provide EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificates along with classification society approval certificates for each shipment, including specific documentation for -20°C impact testing and 355 MPa yield strength verification.

Yes, we can supply DH36 plates with certifications from major classification societies including ABS (American Bureau of Shipping), BV (Bureau Veritas), DNV (Det Norske Veritas), LR (Lloyd's Register), CCS (China Classification Society), NK (Nippon Kaiji Kyokai), KR (Korean Register), and RINA. We can work with your designated classification society to meet specific project requirements for medium-high strength applications.

Yes, we can arrange third-party inspections from organizations like SGS, Bureau Veritas, TUV, or Lloyd's Register upon customer request, including verification of -20°C impact test results and 355 MPa yield strength testing.

Yes, we specialize in customized solutions. We can supply DH36 plates according to your specified dimensions, thicknesses, and classification society requirements for medium-high strength applications. We also provide EN 10204 3.2 certificates upon request.

Delivery time for customized orders: Approximately 20 days for hot-rolled plates and 35-55 days for normalized plates, depending on specifications.

We offer flexible MOQ options. For hot-rolled plates, typical lead time is around 20 days. For normalized plates, expect 35-55 days depending on specifications and quantity. We do not have a mandatory requirement for the minimum order quantity of medium-high strength shipbuilding steel plates between 10-50mm, and we can basically provide them according to the quantity you need.

The price of DH36 steel plate fluctuates based on raw material costs, thickness, dimensions, purchase volume, and market conditions. DH36 typically commands a moderate premium over DH32 due to its higher strength specifications. For the most accurate and competitive real-time quotation, please contact our sales team with your specific requirements (grade, size, quantity, destination port, and any special certifications needed). We provide competitive pricing and respond within 24 hours.

For marine steel plates (including DH36), our business strategy is customization-oriented, supplemented by spot inventory. To be factual, we maintain spot inventory of various materials in our warehouse, though the stock is not comprehensive—typically ranging from 500 to 1,200 tons per month. Given the specific requirements of shipbuilding plates in terms of classification society certifications, dimensions, and specifications, we do not intentionally stockpile inventory for any particular specification. (Our inventory is generated when a customer's customized order falls short of the mill's minimum order quantity, and we supplement the balance to fulfill the order.) If you happen to have a spot requirement, feel free to click here to check our current inventory.→ stock inquiry system.