GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q Introduce

GB/T 9711 is the standard of petroleum and natural gas industries, which specifies the steel pipe properties and materials, transportation technical conditions and test methods. Steel pipes must meet the requirements of GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q before they can be put into use.

Smelting temperature:1122°C - 1428°C

Application:Oil and gas industry, steel pipe for pipeline transportation system

GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q Material Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of the GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q steel are as follows:

ElementMinMax
Sulfur (S)-0.0150
PhOsphorus (P)-0.0250
Manganese (Mn)-1.9000
Silicon (Si)-0.4500
Carbon (C)-0.1800

GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q Material Mechanical Properties

The yield strength of GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q steel is also important as it defines the limit of the material's elasticity before it permanently deforms. The yield strength of the steel ranges anywhere from 320-480 MPa, with some grades having a yield strength of up to 550 MPa.

The mechanical properties of the GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q steel are as follows:

YieldRp0.2 ≤ 796 (MPa)
TeileRm≤ 455 (MPa)
ImpactKV/Ku44(J)
ElongationA33%
Reduction in cross section on fractureZ14%
As-Heat-Treated ConditionSolution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc
Brinell hardness (HBW)143

GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q Material Thermal Properties

The thermal performance parameters of the GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q steel are as follows:

Temperature (°C)43343366
Modulus of elasticity (GPa)-455-
Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C)--24
Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C)-12.332.2
Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C)-343-
Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m)0.42--
Deity (kg/dm³)--433
Poisson’s coefficient, ν--124

GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q Material Machining Technology

The advantages of machining GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q steel include improved product accuracy and precision, increased production efficiency, and reduced costs. In addition, the surface finish of the machined component can be enhanced, which can help to increase its longevity. On the other hand, the machining of GB/T 9711 PSL2 Grade L555Q steel can also lead to an increase in tool wear, an increase in residual stress, and even deformation of the part.