Q235B / Q355B Structural Carbon Steel Plate | Medium Thickness Hot Rolled Steel Sheets
Chemical Composition (Typical for Q235B & Q355B)
Q235B Carbon Steel Plate
| Element | Content (%) |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.22 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.35 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 1.40 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.045 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.045 |
Q355B Carbon Steel Plate
| Element | Content (%) |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.24 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.55 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 1.60 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.035 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.035 |
| Niobium (Nb) | ≤ 0.07 |
| Vanadium (V) | ≤ 0.15 |
| Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.20 |
These chemical compositions make Q235B good for general structural performance, and in the case of Q355B, the steel is higher strength with better mechanical properties and more suitable for heavy duty structure and engineering.
Mechanical Properties (Yield Strength & Tensile Strength)
Q235B Carbon Steel Plate
Yield Strength: ≥ 235 MPa
Tensile Strength: 370 – 500 MPa
Q355B Carbon Steel Plate
Yield Strength: ≥ 355 MPa
Tensile Strength: 470 – 630 MPa
| Gauge Thickness Comparison Table | ||||
| Gauge | Mild | Aluminum | Galvanized | Stainless |
| Gauge 3 | 6.08mm | 5.83mm | 6.35mm | |
| Gauge 4 | 5.7mm | 5.19mm | 5.95mm | |
| Gauge 5 | 5.32mm | 4.62mm | 5.55mm | |
| Gauge 6 | 4.94mm | 4.11mm | 5.16mm | |
| Gauge 7 | 4.56mm | 3.67mm | 4.76mm | |
| Gauge 8 | 4.18mm | 3.26mm | 4.27mm | 4.19mm |
| Gauge 9 | 3.8mm | 2.91mm | 3.89mm | 3.97mm |
| Gauge 10 | 3.42mm | 2.59mm | 3.51mm | 3.57mm |
| Gauge 11 | 3.04mm | 2.3mm | 3.13mm | 3.18mm |
| Gauge 12 | 2.66mm | 2.05mm | 2.75mm | 2.78mm |
| Gauge 13 | 2.28mm | 1.83mm | 2.37mm | 2.38mm |
| Gauge 14 | 1.9mm | 1.63mm | 1.99mm | 1.98mm |
| Gauge 15 | 1.71mm | 1.45mm | 1.8mm | 1.78mm |
| Gauge 16 | 1.52mm | 1.29mm | 1.61mm | 1.59mm |
| Gauge 17 | 1.36mm | 1.15mm | 1.46mm | 1.43mm |
| Gauge 18 | 1.21mm | 1.02mm | 1.31mm | 1.27mm |
| Gauge 19 | 1.06mm | 0.91mm | 1.16mm | 1.11mm |
| Gauge 20 | 0.91mm | 0.81mm | 1.00mm | 0.95mm |
| Gauge 21 | 0.83mm | 0.72mm | 0.93mm | 0.87mm |
| Gauge 22 | 0.76mm | 0.64mm | 085mm | 0.79mm |
| Gauge 23 | 0.68mm | 0.57mm | 0.78mm | 1.48mm |
| Gauge 24 | 0.6mm | 0.51mm | 0.70mm | 0.64mm |
| Gauge 25 | 0.53mm | 0.45mm | 0.63mm | 0.56mm |
| Gauge 26 | 0.46mm | 0.4mm | 0.69mm | 0.47mm |
| Gauge 27 | 0.41mm | 0.36mm | 0.51mm | 0.44mm |
| Gauge 28 | 0.38mm | 0.32mm | 0.47mm | 0.40mm |
| Gauge 29 | 0.34mm | 0.29mm | 0.44mm | 0.36mm |
| Gauge 30 | 0.30mm | 0.25mm | 0.40mm | 0.32mm |
| Gauge 31 | 0.26mm | 0.23mm | 0.36mm | 0.28mm |
| Gauge 32 | 0.24mm | 0.20mm | 0.34mm | 0.26mm |
| Gauge 33 | 0.22mm | 0.18mm | 0.24mm | |
| Gauge 34 | 0.20mm | 0.16mm | 0.22mm | |
Main Features of Q235B / Q355B Carbon Steel Plate
Processing Properties:
Good machinability, low hardness, and excellent ductility, making the plates easy to cut, bend, and weld.
Mechanical Properties:
Hot rolling improves internal structure, enhancing density and overall strength while reducing defects such as cracks and porosity.
Surface Quality:
Hot-rolled surfaces may have oxide scale and lower smoothness, which can be improved by surface treatments if required.
Strength and Toughness:
Q235B offers good ductility with moderate strength, while Q355B provides higher strength and better load-bearing performance with good toughness.
Thickness Range:
Available in medium to heavy thicknesses, suitable for structural and load-bearing applications.
Applications:
Widely used in construction, bridges, machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, pressure vessels, and other structural engineering projects.
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Properties and Transportation Information of Carbon Steel Plates
High Strength: The tensile strength of carbon steel sheets is generally higher than that of Inconel 625 alloy, making them ideal for industrial and engineering applications.
Weight and Transportation: Steel plates are heavy and require proper loading and transport using heavy-duty vehicles.
Packaging: During transportation, using protective materials such as covers, wrapping paper, or padding can reduce the risk of surface damage, rust, or moisture.
Route Selection: Choose safe and stable routes, avoiding narrow roads and mountain roads to reduce transportation risks.
Time Management: Plan transportation schedules reasonably and in advance to meet customer delivery needs and avoid peak traffic periods.
Safety Measures: To ensure safe transportation, vehicle inspections should be conducted, goods should be securely fastened, and road safety regulations should be followed.
Transportation: Express (Sample Delivery), Air, Rail, Land, Sea shipping (FCL or LCL or Bulk)
Q1: What is the difference between Q235B and Q355B steel plates?
A: Generally speaking, Q235B is a medium-strength general-purpose structural steel, while Q355B has higher yield strength and tensile strength, making it suitable for heavier load-bearing applications.
Q2: What are the main application areas for Q235B and Q355B steel plates?
A: They are commonly used in structural and engineering fields such as construction, bridges, machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, and pressure vessels.
Q3: Are Q235B and Q355B steel plates easy to weld? Can I weld them?
A: Yes, both types of steel plates can be welded, and in most cases, conventional welding processes are used without preheating or post-heat treatment.
Q4: What thickness information is available for medium-thick carbon steel plates?
A: The thickness of medium-thick steel plates typically ranges from a few millimeters to thick plates, depending on project requirements.
Q5: What surface treatments are available?
A: Anti-corrosion treatments typically include black (rolled surface), pickling, sandblasting, and painting/coating.
Q6: Do you provide Material Inspection Reports (MTC)?
A: Yes, we provide Material Inspection Reports (MTC) and other quality documents to ensure material traceability and compliance with standards.
Q7: Can you provide custom sizes and packaging? What about cutting services? What about delivery dates?
A: Yes, we offer custom thickness, width, length, and cutting services. Request a quote for custom products now.










