What is Corten Steel Plate S355JOWP

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Products Description

 

S355J0WPEN 10025 S355J0WP steel plate is a specialized steel alloy that develops enhanced corrosion resistance when exposed to various atmospheric environments.

 

Its alloy composition contains approximately 0.20–0.25% copper, 0.30–0.50% chromium, and 0.25–0.45% nickel, enabling the natural formation of a stable protective oxide layer on the surface that effectively delays corrosion.

 

Its average annual corrosion rate typically ranges from 0.01–0.03 mm/year, significantly lower than ordinary carbon steel (0.1 mm/year or higher). In most uncoated applications, it can achieve a service life exceeding 50 years.

 

Compared to ordinary carbon steel, this type of plate offers superior durability, making it highly suitable for outdoor projects exposed to prolonged air and water contact.

 

Additionally, its naturally weathered reddish-brown to dark brown surface not only provides protection but also delivers a distinctive aesthetic appeal.

 

The weathering stabilization period generally ranges from 6–36 months, developing warm, uniform tones over time. It is widely used in bridges, building facades, sculptures, and similar applications.

 

These plates belong to a specific grade of Corten steel, designed to meet the standards of EN 10025-5. With a minimum yield strength of 355 MPa and a minimum tensile strength of 470–630 MPa, they offer enhanced structural strength while retaining the corrosion resistance advantages of traditional Corten steel. Suitable for diverse applications including architectural projects, bridges, industrial facilities, and marine structures requiring long-term durability.

 

 

S355JOWP Plates Specifications

 

 

Specifications ASTM / ASME
Thickness 2-460mm , Steel Plate Width: 1500-3200mm
Specialize Shim Sheet, Perforated Sheet, B. Q. Profile.
Thickness 0.3-500mm
Length 2m,2.44m,3m,6m,8m,12m,or rolled,etc
Width 10-3500mm
Form Coils, Foils, Rolls, Plain Sheet, Shim Sheet, Perforated Sheet, Chequered Plate, Strip, Flats, Blank (Circle), Ring (Flange)
Finish Hot rolled plate (HR), Cold rolled sheet (CR), 2B, 2D, BA NO(8), SATIN (Met with Plastic Coated)
Hardness Soft, Hard, Half Hard, Quarter Hard, Spring Hard etc.
Grade Corten Steel EN 10025 S355J0WP

 

 

Corten EN 10025 S355JOWP Steel Plates Chemical Composition

 

 

Grade

C

Si

Mn

P

S

N

Addition of
nitrogen binding
elements

Cr

Cu

S355J0WP

0.12

0.75

1.0

0.06/0.15

0.035

0.009

0.30/1.25

0.25/0.55

 

 

ASTM A588 EN 10025 S355JOWP Corten Steel Plates Mechanical Properties

 

 

Grade

Min. Yield Strength Reh MPa

Tensile Strength Rm MPa

Nominal Thickness (mm)

Nominal Thickness (mm)

≤16

>16 ≤40

>40 ≤63

>63 ≤80

>80 ≤100

>100 ≤150

>3

>3 ≤100

>100 ≤150

S355J0WP

355

345

335

325

315

295

510/680

470/630

450/600

 

 

Corten Steel EN 10025 S355JOWP Plates Equivalent Grade

 

 

Grade

Material #

EN 10155

SEW 087

NFA 35-502

UNI

BS 4360

ASTM

JISG3114

EN 10025
S355J0WP

1.8945

S355J0WP

E 36 WA 3

Fe 510 C1K1

WR 50 A

A 588

 

 

Applications of Corten Steel S355JOWP Plates

 

 

Building Facades: Used for exterior cladding due to their aesthetic appeal and weather resistance.

 

Bridges: Ideal for bridge construction where durability and corrosion resistance are essential.

 

Railway Cars: Used in the manufacturing of railway cars for their strength and longevity.

 

Transmission Towers: Employed in the construction of transmission towers for their structural integrity.

 

Outdoor Sculptures: Preferred for outdoor sculptures due to their unique rusty appearance.

 

Marine Environments: Suitable for marine structures due to their resistance to saltwater corrosion.

 

Industrial Settings: Used in various industrial applications where exposure to corrosive chemicals is a concern.

 

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