DIN 17100 St52-3 Steel Plate | St52-3 Structural Steel
What is DIN 17100 St52-3 Steel Plate?
As a professional steel plate supplier and China Mill-Direct Exporter, SHH STEEL is pleased to present DIN 17100 St52-3 Steel Plate.
St52-3 is a high-strength non-alloy structural steel under the former German standard DIN 17100. It provides a minimum yield strength of 355 MPa (for thickness ≤ 16 mm) and a tensile strength range of 510–680 MPa. This grade is one of the most widely used high-strength structural steels from the old DIN series and is essentially equivalent to modern EN 10025-2 S355J2 / S355J0. It offers a good combination of strength, toughness and weldability.
This grade belongs to the DIN 17100 Steel Plate series. SHH STEEL supplies St52-3 as Mill Direct Supply, sourcing directly from major Chinese steel mills. This ensures competitive mill pricing, consistent quality, shorter lead times and full traceability. We offer thicknesses from 6 mm to 150 mm, widths up to 3000–4000 mm and lengths up to 12000–18000 mm. Custom cutting, shot blasting and priming services are available. All plates are delivered with full Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1 or equivalent).
Material Specification
| Specification Element | Requirement | SHH STEEL Compliance |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Standard | DIN 17100 | Full compliance |
| Steel Grade | St52-3 (1.0570) | Confirmed |
| Delivery Condition | As-rolled / Normalized | Available |
| Product Form | Steel Plate | Available |
| Thickness Range | 6 mm – 150 mm | Custom sizes available |
| Width / Length | Up to 3000–4000 mm / 12000–18000 mm | Custom cutting supported |
| Certification | EN 10204 3.1 / Mill Certificate | Available |
Chemical Composition
Chemical composition according to DIN 17100:
| Element | Ladle Analysis (Max. %) | Product Analysis (Max. %) |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.20 | ≤ 0.22 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.55 | ≤ 0.60 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 1.60 | ≤ 1.70 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.040 | ≤ 0.045 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.040 | ≤ 0.045 |
| Nitrogen (N) | ≤ 0.009 | ≤ 0.010 |
Note: Controlled carbon and manganese contents provide a good balance of high strength and weldability.
Mechanical Properties
Mechanical properties of DIN 17100 St52-3:
| Thickness (mm) | Yield Strength ReH (min) | Tensile Strength Rm | Elongation A (min) | Impact Energy (typical) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤ 16 | 355 MPa | 510 – 680 MPa | 22% | 27 J at 0°C / -20°C |
| > 16 ≤ 40 | 345 MPa | 510 – 680 MPa | 21% | 27 J at 0°C / -20°C |
| > 40 ≤ 63 | 335 MPa | 510 – 680 MPa | 20% | 27 J at 0°C / -20°C |
| > 63 ≤ 100 | 325 MPa | 510 – 680 MPa | 18% | 27 J at 0°C / -20°C |
| > 100 ≤ 150 | 315 MPa | 490 – 630 MPa | 18% | By agreement |
Density: 7.85 g/cm³
Delivery Conditions
SHH STEEL supplies DIN 17100 St52-3 steel plate as Mill Direct Supply in as-rolled or normalized condition according to customer requirements.
Additional options available:
- Shot blasting and shop primer
- Ultrasonic testing (EN 10160 or equivalent)
- Z-direction testing (Z15 / Z25 / Z35)
- Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, TUV, etc.)
Tolerances
Dimensional tolerances for St52-3 steel plate follow DIN standards or equivalent international standards (EN 10029 / ASTM A6).
- Thickness, width and length tolerances according to the ordered class.
- Flatness according to applicable standard.
- Edge conditions: Mill edge or cut edge (flame / plasma).
Tighter tolerances can be provided upon request.
Weldability
St52-3 has good weldability for a high-strength structural steel. It can be welded by all conventional methods (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW) when proper procedures are followed.
Recommended welding consumables:
| Welding Process | Recommended Consumables |
|---|---|
| SMAW (Stick) | E7018, E8018 |
| GMAW (MIG/MAG) | ER70S-6, ER80S-D2 |
| FCAW | E71T-1, E81T1 |
| SAW | EM12K / EH14 + suitable flux |
Preheating may be required for thicker plates. Low-hydrogen consumables are recommended.
Equivalent Material Grades
| Grade | Standard | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| St52-3 | DIN 17100 | — |
| 1.0570 | DIN / EN | Material number |
| S355J2 / S355J0 | EN 10025-2 | Closest modern European equivalents |
| Q355B / Q355C | GB/T 1591 | Closest Chinese equivalents |
| ASTM A572 Grade 50 | ASTM | Approximate American equivalent |
| SM490B / SM490C | JIS G3106 | Approximate Japanese grades |
Applications
DIN 17100 St52-3 is widely used in high-strength structural and engineering applications. Typical uses include:
| Application Area | Typical Components / Uses (Keywords) |
|---|---|
| Building Structures | Beams, columns, frames – St52-3 Structural Steel |
| Bridges | Main girders, components – St52-3 Bridge |
| Machinery | Heavy frames, supports – St52-3 Machinery |
| Containers & Storage | Tanks, containers – St52-3 Container |
| General Fabrication | High-strength welded structures – St52-3 Fabrication |
| Construction | Structural parts – St52-3 Construction |
Why Choose SHH STEEL
SHH STEEL provides St52-3 as Mill Direct Supply. We maintain long-term strategic cooperation with major Chinese steel mills and act as a first-level (primary) agent. This direct mill supply model allows us to offer competitive mill-direct pricing, faster delivery times, stable and traceable quality, and full Mill Test Certificates for DIN 17100 St52-3 Steel Plate.
Customers benefit from reliable supply, short lead times and cost-effective solutions for high-strength structural steel projects worldwide. Our professional export team provides technical support and customized processing services to meet project requirements.
FAQ
- What is the strength level of St52-3?St52-3 has a minimum yield strength of 355 MPa (≤16 mm) and tensile strength of 510–680 MPa, significantly higher than St37 and St44 grades.
- Is St52-3 equivalent to S355J2?Yes, St52-3 is commonly considered equivalent to EN 10025-2 S355J2 (or S355J0 depending on impact test temperature).
- What is the material number of St52-3?1.0570
Conclusion
DIN 17100 St52-3 Steel Plate from SHH STEEL is a high-strength structural steel offering 355 MPa minimum yield strength, good toughness and excellent weldability. As Mill Direct Supply, we provide competitive pricing, consistent quality and full technical support. Trust SHH STEEL for your St52-3 steel plate requirements.
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