SA841 Gr.A Steel Plate for Pressure Vessels (ASME)

SA841 Gr.A is an American grade of pressure vessel steel plate under the ASME standard. The manufacturing specification is ASME SA-841/SA-841M, and the ultrasonic testing standard is NB/T 47013.3-2015.

This grade is a carbon-manganese pressure vessel steel offering good weldability and strength. It is available in Type I and Type II, with Type II providing higher yield and tensile strength. SA841 Gr-A Approximate Grade Lookup Table.

SA841 Gr.A steel plates are impact tested upon agreement, with titanium optionally added per design agreement.

SA841 Gr.A designation explanation: SA denotes ASME specification, 841 is the specification number, Gr.A denotes Grade A.

Yield Strength (Type I)
>=345 MPa
Tensile Strength (Type I)
480-620 MPa
Yield Strength (Type II)
>=415 MPa
Standard
ASME SA-841

Product Overview

SA841 Gr.A Steel Plate is an American grade of pressure vessel steel manufactured in accordance with ASME SA-841/SA-841M. It contains carbon and manganese as primary alloying elements, providing good weldability, strength, and toughness for pressure vessel applications.

This grade is available in two types: Type I with yield strength >=345 MPa, and Type II with yield strength >=415 MPa. Higher strength Type II is suitable for more demanding service conditions.

Type I & II C-Mn Steel Weldable ASME

Core Advantages

  • Available in Type I and Type II strength levels
  • Good weldability with controlled carbon equivalent
  • Customizable: HIC/SSC, impact testing
  • Full range of thickness up to 65mm+

Professional Technical Support and Customization

Comprehensive Knowledge Base: Our sales team is proficient in mainstream domestic and international pressure vessel standards. Whether it's the American ASME standard SA841 Gr.A or other international standards, we can provide accurate technical communication.

Zero Communication Errors: With solid product knowledge, we can avoid all basic errors during the order technical condition confirmation stage, ensuring the accuracy of your order.

Flexible Customization Capabilities: The SA841 Gr.A standard allows titanium addition per design agreement and carbon equivalent control. If your design has special requirements (e.g., specific hardness, impact testing, HIC/SSC testing), we support customized production.

Hot-rolled ~15 days
Normalized ~30 days
Max thickness 65mm+


Applications

Pressure vessels
Boilers
Heat exchangers
Storage tanks
Piping components
General pressure equipment


Stock Resources

Plates: 6-65mm (W:2000-2500, L:11000-12500)

Hot-rolled plates: 6-40mm (W:1800-2500, L:11000-12500)

Coils: 5-16mm (W:1500-2000)

Spot stock size range and supply conditions

Hot Rolled (AR)
Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm)
6-40 1800/2000/2200/2500 11000-12500
Normalized (N)
Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm)
6-65 2000/2200/2500 11000-12500
Hot-Rolled Coils
Thickness (mm) Width (mm)
5-16 1500/1800/2000

Supply Condition: AR, CR, N

SA841 Gr.A Chemical Composition (max %)

Element Grade A
C 0.2
Mn t ≤(40mm) 0.70-1.35①
Mn t >(40mm) 1-1.6
P 0.03
S 0.03
Si 0.15-0.50
Cu 0.35
Ni 0.25
Cr 0.25
Mo 0.08
Nb 0.03
V 0.06
Ti ③
B ...
Al ≥ Total amount 0.02③ Or acid-soluble aluminum 0.015

Chemical Composition Notes

① Unless a minimum or range value is provided, all values are maximum values.

② Below the maximum carbon content, for every 0.01% decrease in carbon, an increase of 0.06% in manganese is permitted above the specified manganese content, up to a maximum manganese content of 1.85%.

③ If the carbon content in the smelting analysis does not exceed 0.47%, or does not exceed the value specified in Supplementary Requirement S77, the manganese content in the smelting analysis may exceed 1.35%, up to a maximum of 1.60%. When this requirement is invoked, the carbon equivalent is calculated using the following formula. CE=C+Mn/6+(Cr+Mo+V)/5+(Ni+Cu)/15%

④ Not applicable

⑤ If the total aluminum content is greater than or equal to 0.03%, or the acid-soluble aluminum content is greater than or equal to 0.025%, then the silicon content can be less than 0.04%.

⑥ Cb and Nb are the same element, their names are interchangeable, and both names can be used in the A01 standard.

⑦ Titanium may be added to steel according to the design agreement, in which case the minimum aluminum content should no longer apply. When this option is exercised, the smelting analysis content of titanium should be 0.006%-0.02%, and the actual titanium content should be reported in the test report.

⑧ Titanium may be added to steel according to the design agreement, in which case the minimum aluminum content should no longer apply. When this option is exercised, the smelting analysis content of titanium should be 0.006%-0.03%, and the actual titanium content should be reported in the test report.

SA841 Gr.A - Alloying Elements and Roles

per ASME SA-841
C Carbon ≤0.2%

Influences strength and hardness. Controls carbon equivalent.

Mn Manganese 0.70-1.60%

Enhances strength and toughness. 0.70-1.35% for t≤40mm, 1.0-1.6% for t>40mm.

Si Silicon 0.15-0.50%

Deoxidizer, increases strength.

P Phosphorus ≤0.03%

Harmful element, reduces toughness.

S Sulfur ≤0.03%

Harmful element, causes hot shortness.

Al Aluminum Total ≥0.02%

Deoxidizer, refines grain structure. Or acid-soluble aluminum ≥0.015%.

Ti Titanium (Optional) 0.006-0.03%

May be added per design agreement, in which case the minimum aluminum content no longer applies. Actual titanium content should be reported in the test report.

SA841 Gr.A typical ranges (wt%): C ≤0.2, Mn 0.70-1.35 (t≤40mm) / 1.0-1.6 (t>40mm), P≤0.03, S≤0.03, Si 0.15-0.50, Cu≤0.35, Ni≤0.25, Cr≤0.25, Mo≤0.08, Nb≤0.03, V≤0.06.

SA841 Gr.A Mechanical Properties

Property Thickness Type I Type II
Yield Strength (MPa), ≥ ≤1.5in. (40mm) 345 415
>1.5in. (40mm) - 2.0in. (50mm) ① ①
>1.5in. (40mm) - 2.5in. (65mm) 345 415
>2.5in. (65mm) 310 380
Tensile Strength (MPa) ≤1.5in. (40mm) 480-620 550-690
>1.5in. (40mm) - 2.5in. (65mm) 480-620 550-690
>2.5in. (65mm) 450-585 515-655
Elongation (2in./50mm), % ≥ ≤1.5in. (40mm) 22 22
>1.5in. (40mm) - 2.5in. (65mm) 22 22
>2.5in. (65mm) 22 22
Elongation (8in./200mm), % ≥ ≤1.5in. (40mm) 18 ...
>1.5in. (40mm) - 2.5in. (65mm) 18 ...
>2.5in. (65mm) 18 ...

① Not allowed. ② For adjustments to elongation, please refer to the A20/A20M standard.

SA841 Gr.A vs Q345R

Item SA841 Gr.A Type I SA841 Gr.A Type II Q345R
Standard ASME SA-841 ASME SA-841 GB/T 713.2
Yield Strength (≤40mm) ≥345 MPa ≥415 MPa ≥345 MPa
Tensile Strength (≤40mm) 480-620 MPa 550-690 MPa 510-640 MPa
Elongation ≥22% (2in.) ≥22% (2in.) ≥21%

Scenario-Based Recommendation - Grade Comparison

Q345R

General pressure vessels, boilers
Yield ≥345 MPa - Tensile 510-640 MPa
Charpy 0 C
Chinese standard equivalent grade
Q345R details

SA841 Gr.A

Pressure vessels per ASME
Type I: YS ≥345 MPa / TS 480-620 MPa
Type II: YS ≥415 MPa / TS 550-690 MPa
Available in two strength types
[Current Grade]

SA516 Gr.70

Pressure vessels, moderate service
Yield ≥260 MPa - Tensile 485-620 MPa
Charpy project dependent
Common ASME grade
SA516 Gr.70 details

Quality Control and Inspection

Mill Test Certificate 3.1 Chemical analysis Mechanical testing Charpy V-notch UT optional Third-party inspection

Customizable Specification Range for SA841 Gr.A

Thickness
6-65 mm+
(custom rolling)
Width
1500-5200 mm
(adjustable per order)
Length
≤ 18000 mm
(max. single length)

Delivery Condition

AR CR N

AR as rolled - CR controlled rolled - N normalized

Additional Requirements

  • Simulated post-weld heat treatment (PWHT)
  • Brinell hardness requirements
  • HIC / SSC testing
  • Titanium addition per design agreement

Other customized technical conditions are also negotiable.

The above ranges represent our standard customizing capability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SA841 Gr.A steel plate used for?

SA841 Gr.A steel plate is mainly used for pressure vessels, boilers, heat exchangers, storage tanks, and general pressure equipment manufactured under ASME standards.

What is the difference between Type I and Type II of SA841 Gr.A?

Type I has yield strength >=345 MPa and tensile strength 480-620 MPa. Type II has higher yield strength >=415 MPa and tensile strength 550-690 MPa. Type II is suitable for more demanding service conditions.

What is the carbon equivalent formula for SA841 Gr.A?

CE = C + Mn/6 + (Cr+Mo+V)/5 + (Ni+Cu)/15%. When manganese content exceeds 1.35%, the carbon equivalent is calculated using this formula.

Can titanium be added to SA841 Gr.A?

Yes. Titanium may be added to steel according to the design agreement, in which case the minimum aluminum content no longer applies. The titanium content should be 0.006%-0.03% and the actual titanium content should be reported in the test report.

Can you provide SA841 Gr.A steel plates with custom sizes?

Yes. Custom rolling up to 65mm+ thick, 5200mm wide, 18000mm long. Delivery: 15-20 days hot-rolled, 30-35 days normalized.

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