Latham Steel, a reputable manufacturer and supplier based in Hamilton, New Zealand, specializes in high-performance Wear Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates that are built to endure the toughest, most abrasive industrial settings. These plates are crafted to handle heavy wear, impact, and friction, making them perfect for industries that require longevity and minimal maintenance downtime. Latham Steel is committed to upholding international quality standards, providing plates that boast excellent hardness, toughness, and precise dimensions. With a dependable supply chain, advanced processing techniques, and consistent product quality, Latham Steel serves mining, construction, material handling, and heavy equipment manufacturers throughout New Zealand with durable and cost-effective wear-resistant steel solutions.
Wear Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates are generally made from high-carbon, high-manganese, and alloyed steels that may include elements like chromium, nickel, boron, or molybdenum, depending on the specific grade. These components contribute to remarkable hardness, abrasion resistance, and impact toughness. The mechanical properties of these plates feature very high tensile strength, impressive yield strength, and outstanding resistance to surface wear, even under continuous friction or impact loads. Despite their toughness, these plates can still be worked with reasonable ease when the right fabrication methods are used. Their hardened microstructure guarantees long-lasting durability, making them ideal for harsh operating conditions where materials face constant abrasion and mechanical stress.
| Heat Treatment | Rolling/Normalised, N, Q+T |
|---|---|
| Width | 1000mm-4500mm |
| Thickness | 5mm-150mm |
| Length | 3000mm-18000mm |
| Production | Hot-Rolled (HR) |
| Surface Paint | PVDF, PE, HDP, SMP, EP |
| Plate | C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | Ni | Mo | B | CEV | CET |
| thickness mm | max % | max % | max % | max % | max % | max % | max % | max % | max % | typv | typv |
| 3- 6 | 0.15 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 0.50 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.004 | 0.41 | 0.28 |
| 3-（8） | 0.15 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 0.30 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.004 | 0.33 | 0.23 |
| 8 – 20 | 0.15 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 0.50 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.004 | 0.37 | 0.27 |
| （20）-32 | 0.18 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 1.00 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.004 | 0.48 | 0.29 |
| （32）-45 | 0.22 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 1.40 | 0.50 | 0.60 | 0.004 | 0.57 | 0.31 |
| （45）-51 | 0.22 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 1.40 | 0.50 | 0.60 | 0.004 | 0.57 | 0.38 |
| （51）-80 | 0.27 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 1.40 | 1.00 | 0.60 | 0.004 | 0.65 | 0.41 |
| （80）-130 | 0.32 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.01 | 1.40 | 1.50 | 0.60 | 0.004 | 0.73 | 0.48 |
| Yield Strength | Tensile Strength | Brinell Hardness | Elongation | Reduction of Area |
| 140,000 Psi | 180,000 Psi | 400BHN | 15% | 60% |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| 1/8″ | 3/8″ | 3/4″ | 1-1/2″ | 3″ |
| 3/16″ | 1/2″ | 1″ | 2″ | 4″ |
| 1/4″ | 5/8″ | 1-1/4″ | 2-1/2″ | Â |
| *1/8″ thick plate is available in one size only 60″x 120″. The 3/6″ thick plate is available only as 48″ x 144″ and 96″ x 144″. | ||||
| Thickness | Width | Length |
| 4 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 5 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 6 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 6 | 2500 | 6000 |
| 8 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 8 | 2500 | 6000 |
| 10 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 12 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 15 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 16 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 20 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 25 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 32 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 40 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 50 | 2000 | 6000 |
| 60 | 1800 | 3400 |
Latham Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Hamilton, New Zealand.
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