Latham Steel, a well-respected manufacturer and supplier based in Hamilton, New Zealand, specializes in high-quality SA 515 Grade 60 sheets and plates. These products are specifically designed for high-temperature and medium-to-high-pressure applications. This carbon steel grade is perfect for use in high-temperature boilers and pressure vessels, offering reliable strength, durability, and thermal stability. Latham Steel guarantees precise dimensions, a smooth surface finish, and strict compliance with ASTM standards, making SA 515 Grade 60 a trusted option for industries that need robust steel for fabrication. Its consistent performance and strong resistance to heat deformation make it ideal for challenging industrial environments.
SA 515 Grade 60 is a carbon-silicon steel that features controlled amounts of carbon, manganese, silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur. It provides higher tensile and yield strength, making it suitable for elevated-temperature applications, along with reliable toughness and moderate ductility. The material shows stable mechanical performance under thermal stress, which is essential for boiler and pressure vessel fabrication. With proper welding techniques, SA 515 Grade 60 offers good weldability and maintains consistent hardness and strength at high temperatures. Its balanced chemistry ensures dependable performance in high-temperature settings where structural integrity is vital.
| Specifications | ASTM A515 Gr. 60 / ASME A515 Grade 60 | |
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| Length | 3000 mm – 8000 mm | |
| Width | 1500-3500mm | |
| Form | Coils, Foils, Rolls, Plain Sheet, Shim Sheet, Strip, Flats, Blank (Circle), Ring (Flange) | |
| Finish | Cold rolled sheet (CR), Hot rolled plate (HR) | |
| Hardness | Soft, Hard, Half Hard, Quarter Hard, Spring Hard etc. |
| Grade | C | Mn | P | S | Si |
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| A515 Grade 60 | 0.24-0.31 | 0.98 max | 0.035 max | 0.035 max | 0.13-0.45 |
| Grade | Thickness | Yield | Tensile | Elongation |
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| A515 Grade 60 |  50-200mm | MPa -220 min | MPa – 415-550 | 21-25% |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
SA 515 Grade 60 sheets and plates are commonly found in high-temperature industrial environments, especially for building boilers, steam drums, pressure vessels, and heat-transfer equipment. They are also used in petrochemical processing facilities, power plants, refinery heaters, and other components that experience thermal cycling and continuous heat. Thanks to its excellent thermal resistance and high mechanical strength, this grade is ideal for manufacturing fireboxes, furnace walls, and containers designed for elevated temperatures. Fabricators appreciate its reliability and performance in demanding applications, making it a go-to choice in the industry.
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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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