What is SPA-C Corten Steel Plate

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Products Description

 

JIS G 3125 SPA-C steel plates are known for their excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion, similar to ASTM steel corten A and Chinese corten steel 09CuPCrNi-A.

SPA-C

 

These steel plates are commonly used in various fields, including air preheaters, economizers, railway carriages, bridge construction, container production, and other construction projects.

 

JIS G 3125 SPA-C Steel Plates Specifications

 

JIS G3125 SPA-C material thickness SPA-C weathering steel sheet oiling JIS G3125 SPA-C meaning
0.6 or more and 2.3 or less (in mm) SPA-C are oil coated

JIS G3125 is a Japanese standard

C means Cold Rolled

Yeild strength Elongation JIS G3125 SPA-C steel surface
≥ 450 MPa ≥ 26

Clean

Blasting

Painting

Temperature Range Life Workability
2400 to 3000 mm Up to 25 Years

Hot working

Gas cutting

Cold working

Certification of JIS G3125 SPA-C steel sheet Advantages Density

100% radiography test report

Raw materials certificate

Third party inspection report

Certificate of origin legalized

EN 10204/3.1B

Higher mechanical strength

Higher tensile strength

7.8 g/cm³
Melting point JIS SPA-C heavy plates welding required JIS G3125 SPA-C Corten steel strips properties

1460 °C

2650 °F

Gloves

Wire brushes

Welding machine (MIG, TIG, or stick)

Welding helmet

Chipping hammer

Jacket or apron

Respirator mask

Clamps

Versatility

Low maintenance

Weldability

Weather resistance

High strength

Applications Thermal Expansion Thermal Conductivity

Nuclear industries

Power generation

Infrastructure projects

Gas and oil industries

Petrochemical

Chemical industries

Fertilizers

13 µm/m-K

42 W/m-K

24 BTU/h-ft-°F

 

JIS G 3125 SPA-C Corten Steel Chemical Composition

 

Grade C ≤ Si Mn P S ≤ Cu Cr Ni ≤
SPA-C 0.12 0.25~0.75 0.20~0.50 0.070~0.150 0.040 0.25~0.60 0.30~1.25 0.65

 

JIS G 3125 SPA-C Mechanical Properties 

 

Grade Plate Thickness Yield strength Tensile strength elongation
SPA-C ≥ 325 MPa ≥ 450 MPa ≥ 26

 

JIS SPA-C Hot Rolled Plate Bendability

 

Type symbol Classification Bendability
Bending angle Inner radius Inner spacing Test pieces
SPA-C 180° Not applicable 1 According to 9.2.3.2.

 

Application

 

Air Preheater

SPA-C weathering steel plates are widely used in air preheater manufacturing due to their excellent high-temperature resistance and corrosion resistance. The plates can withstand prolonged exposure to high-temperature gas flows and thermal stresses while resisting corrosive substances in flue gases. This ensures long-term stable operation of the equipment, extends its service life, and reduces maintenance costs.

 

Economizer

In boilers and heat exchange equipment, weathering steel plates are commonly used for economizer production. Their high strength and corrosion resistance enable the plates to maintain structural integrity in high-temperature, water-steam environments, effectively improving thermal efficiency while reducing cleaning and replacement frequency.

 

Railway Passenger Cars

In railway passenger car manufacturing, weathering steel plates are frequently employed for car body shells and load-bearing structural components. Their high strength, excellent impact toughness (exceeding 27 J at -20°C), and corrosion resistance ensure the carriages withstand environmental erosion and mechanical wear during prolonged operation, extending the vehicle's service life.

 

Bridge Construction

In bridge engineering, weathering steel plates are employed for critical structural components such as girders, support frames, and deck plates. With a minimum yield strength of 235–355 MPa, these plates withstand heavy loads and weathering. The naturally formed rust protective layer reduces coating and maintenance requirements, lowering long-term operational costs for bridges.

 

Container Manufacturing

Weathering steel plates are widely adopted in container production due to their corrosion resistance and high strength. Whether in maritime, rail, or road transport environments, the plates effectively withstand salt spray, moisture, and impacts, ensuring structural integrity and extending service life.

 

General Construction Projects

Weathering steel plates serve as structural supports, exterior facades, roofing, or curtain wall cladding in diverse construction projects. Their rust-brown weathered appearance offers both aesthetic appeal and long-term durability, minimizing painting and maintenance requirements. This makes them ideal for modern industrial-style and landscape architectural designs.

 

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