Advantages of normalized steel plate A516 Gr. 60

[Syahar1975]

Dear experts,

What is the advantage of normalizing on a steel plate ?

Let say I have plate 30 mm A516 Gr. 60 normalized and A516 Gr.60 without normalized.

What is the different ? Better tensile strength ? Better toughness ?

Syah

 

[metengr]

Yes, normalizing improves through thickness tensile properties and notch toughness is improved.

 

Everything is better with normalization, except possibly cost.
In ASTM A516, normalizing is mandatory for all grades over 1½" thick; however it is mandatory for thickness less than 1½" if notch toughness is required.
Realistically, your buyer will probably return with Grade 70, either dual certified or because it is more available.

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