Thabiso Steel, located in Cape Town, South Africa, stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of high-quality HIC Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates. Known for their exceptional resistance to hydrogen-induced cracking, these steel products are crafted to excel in corrosive and high-pressure settings. Thabiso Steel is dedicated to maintaining precise manufacturing standards, delivering excellent surface finishes, and implementing strict quality control measures to provide reliable and durable materials that meet global industry standards. With a strong focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, the company offers customized steel solutions for challenging industrial and structural applications across various sectors.
HIC Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates are mainly made up of carbon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, and trace elements like nickel, molybdenum, and copper, which enhance their resistance to hydrogen-induced cracking. These steels boast impressive mechanical properties, including high tensile strength, superior yield strength, and good elongation, ensuring they are tough and durable. Their microstructure is carefully controlled through specific heat treatment and refining processes, which boosts their resistance to sulfide stress cracking. With uniform thickness, consistent grain structure, and robust corrosion resistance, they are perfectly suited for aggressive and hydrogen-rich industrial environments.
| Material | ASTM A516 |
| Grade | SA516 Gr 65, SA516 Gr 70 ,SA516 Gr 60 , Gr 60N |
| Size |
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| Manufacturing Process | Hot-Rolled |
| Impact tested | -52° C |
Technical requirements | high strength and high toughness requirements, Detection, Z15 – Z35 thickness direction performance requirements, etc |
| Condition of Supply | Heat Treatment Simulated Post-Weld , Furnace Normalizing, As Rolled, Normalized Rolling, Vacuum Degassing or as per need |
| Base Plate | hot dipped zinc coated and A-Z coated steel sheet, Cold rolled steel sheet |
| C | ≤0.2 |
| Mn | 0.85–1.20 |
| Cu | ≤0.2 |
| Cev | ≤0.41 |
| S | ≤0.001 |
| Si | 0.15–0.40 |
| P | ≤0.010 |
| Mo | ≤0.1 |
| Ni | ≤0.4 |
| Cr | ≤0.3 |
| ASTM/ASME | DIN | European Norm | British Standard |
| A/SA516 – Grade 60 | DIN 17155 HII | EN10028 P265GH | BS1501-161-430A |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| Grade | Plates Thickness |
|---|---|
| A516 60 | ≤12.5mm |
| A516 60 | ≥100 and ≤200mm |
| A516 60 | ≥12.5 mm and ≤50mm |
| A516 60 | >200mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≥100 mm and ≤200mm |
| A516 60 | ≥50 mm and ≤100mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≤12.5mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≥12.5 mm and ≤50mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≥50 mm and ≤100 mm |
| A516 70 | >200 mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | >200mm |
| A516 70 | ≥100 mm and ≤200mm |
| A516 70 | ≤12.5mm |
| A516 70 | ≥50 mm and ≤100mm |
| A516 70 | ≥12.5 mm and ≤50mm |
| Lengths in mm | Plates Thickness in Inches | Widths in mm | Lbs/Sft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240 | 7/16 Inches | 96 | 17.870 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 120, 240 | 5/16 Inches | 60 ,48 , 84 , 72 ,96 | 12.760 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 120, 124,133, 144, 156, 240 | 3/16 Inches | 7.660 Lbs/Sft | |
| 110, 96, 120, 240, 144 | 1/4 Inches | 10.210 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120, 96, 144, 169, 240, 260 | 3/8 Inches | 15.320 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120, 96, 144, 240 | 1/2 Inches | 20.420 Lbs/Sft | |
| 240 | 1 1/8 Inches | 96 | 45.950 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 240, 120, 480 | 1 Inches | 48, 72, 96 | 40.840 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 240, 120, 480 | 3/4 Inches | 48 , 72 , 84, 96 | 30.630 Lbs/Sft |
| 240 | 7/8 Inches | 96 | 35.740 Lbs/Sft |
| 240, 120, 480 | 5/8 Inches | 48 , 96 | 25.530 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 120, 240 | 1 1/4 Inches | 48, 96 | 51.050 Lbs/Sft |
| 120, 240 | 1 1/2 Inches | 96 | 61.260 Lbs/Sft |
| 240 | 1 3/4 Inches | 71.470 Lbs/Sft | |
| 240 | 1 3/8 Inches | 56.160 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120, 240 | 2 Inches | 81.680 Lbs/Sft | |
| 240 | 2 1/2 Inches | 102.100 Lbs/Sft | |
| 1 5/8 Inches | 66.370 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 2 3/4 Inches | 112.310 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 2 1/4 Inches | 91.890 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 3 Inches | 122.520 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 120 | 3 1/2 Inches | 142.940 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 6 Inches | 245.040 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 3 3/4 Inches | 153.150 Lbs/Sft | |
| 144 | 3 1/4 Inches | 132.730 Lbs/Sft | |
| 144, 180 | 4 Inches | 163.360 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 4 1/2 Inches | 183.780 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 4 1/4 Inches | 173.570 Lbs/Sft | |
| 144 | 5 Inches | 204.200 Lbs/Sft | |
| 160 | 7 Inches | 285.880 Lbs/Sft |
These HIC Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates find extensive use in industries dealing with sour gas or hydrogen sulfide environments, such as oil and gas refineries, petrochemical plants, and offshore platforms. They are also crucial in pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and pipelines that are exposed to wet H₂S conditions. These plates are designed for long-lasting performance in harsh environments, minimizing maintenance and downtime. Their outstanding resistance to hydrogen-induced and sulfide stress cracking ensures safe operation and a longer service life in critical applications where reliability and structural integrity are essential.
ThabisoSteel 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 Cape Town, South Africa.
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