Thabiso Steel is a well-respected manufacturer and supplier of high-quality steel products located in Cape Town, South Africa. With a strong commitment to supporting the country’s expanding industrial and infrastructure sectors, Thabiso Steel provides reliable, high-performance solutions for a wide range of applications. One of their standout products is the **SA 283 Grade C sheets and plates**, a carbon steel option known for its strength, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. These plates are designed to meet both local and international standards, making them perfect for general structural applications. Thabiso Steel takes pride in backing South African industries with a dependable supply, expert insights, and products tailored for challenging operating conditions.
SA 283 Grade C is a medium-strength, low- to intermediate-tensile carbon steel that boasts excellent machinability and weldability. It typically includes carbon (0.24% max), manganese (0.90% max), phosphorus (0.035% max), and sulfur (0.040% max). With a **minimum yield strength of 205 MPa** and **tensile strength ranging from 380–515 MPa**, it’s well-suited for structural applications that don’t demand high-strength alloy steels. This material is supplied in a hot-rolled state and can be easily cut, formed, and welded, making it a budget-friendly choice for general fabrication and construction projects across South Africa.
| Item | Low and Intermediate Tensile Strength Carbon Steel Plates – A283 GR.C |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 5mm-150mm |
| Width | 1000mm-4500mm |
| Length | 3000mm-18000mm |
| C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cu |
| 0.24 | 0.90 | 0.035 | 0.04 | 0.40 0.15-0.40 | 0.20 |
| Tensile strength | Yield strength, min, [MPa] | Elongation in 2″ | Elongation in 8″ |
| 55,000 75,000 psi [380 – 515 MPa] | 30,000psi [205 MPa] | 25% min | 22% min |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
SA 283 Grade C plates and sheets have widespread applications in structural, industrial, and fabrication applications due to their medium strength, good weldability, and corrosion resistance. They are also used in large quantities in construction, bridges, storage tanks, boilers, pressure vessels, and shipbuilding. Their low-carbon nature makes them well-suited for machining, forming, and welding in oil & gas, power plants, and transportation industries. These plates are also utilized in general engineering, pipelines, and support structures where cost-effectiveness and durability are crucial. They are a popular choice because of their reliability and versatility for a number of heavy-duty applications across different industries.
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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