GB/T 16270 Q690C Introduce

High strength quenched and tempered steel plates, in compliance with GB/T 16270, represent the advanced level in producing steel plates in China. High-strength quenched and tempered steel plate refers to advanced steel plate production process and high-strength performance. The main application of GB/T 16270-2009 steel plates are in nuclear power, offshore engineering and other high-risk areas.

Smelting temperature:1522°C - 1212°C

Application:Quenched and tempered steel plate for high strength structure

GB/T 16270 Q690C Material Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of the GB/T 16270 Q690C steel are as follows:

ElementMinMax
Aluminum (Al)0.0150-
Boron (B)-0.0040
Molybdenum (Mo)-0.3000
Nitrogen (N)-0.0150
Copper (Cu)-0.8000
Nickel (Ni)-0.8000
Chromium (Cr)-1.0000
Titanium (Ti)-0.2000
Vanadium (V)-0.1200
Niobium (Nb)-0.1100
Sulfur (S)-0.0300
PhOsphorus (P)-0.0300
Manganese (Mn)-2.0000
Silicon (Si)-0.6000
Carbon (C)-0.1800
Titanium (Ti)-0.0500
Silicon (Si)-0.8000
Sulfur (S)-0.0150
PhOsphorus (P)-0.0250
Nickel (Ni)-2.0000
Niobium (Nb)-0.0600
Molybdenum (Mo)-0.7000
Manganese (Mn)-1.8000
Copper (Cu)-0.5000
Chromium (Cr)-1.5000
(CEV)-0.6500
Carbon (C)-0.2000
Boron (B)-0.0050

GB/T 16270 Q690C Material Mechanical Properties

The mechanical properties of the GB/T 16270 Q690C steel are as follows:

YieldRp0.2 ≤ 348 (MPa)
TeileRm≤ 589 (MPa)
ImpactKV/Ku44(J)
ElongationA14%
Reduction in cross section on fractureZ32%
As-Heat-Treated ConditionSolution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc
Brinell hardness (HBW)432

GB/T 16270 Q690C Material Thermal Properties

The thermal performance parameters of the GB/T 16270 Q690C steel are as follows:

Temperature (°C)34685285
Modulus of elasticity (GPa)-683-
Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C)--24
Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C)-32.322.2
Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C)-141-
Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m)0.22--
Deity (kg/dm³)--434
Poisson’s coefficient, ν--323

GB/T 16270 Q690C Material Machining Technology

The compatibility of tools with GB/T 16270 Q690C steel is important in order to achieve optimal results during machining operations. The tools should have high wear resistance and be hard enough to cut through the steel without wearing out. High-speed steel, cobalt, and tungsten carbide tools are generally recommended as they are hard enough to cut through steel and also have high wear resistance. Carbide and ceramic tools are also recommended for turning operations as they can improve surface finish.