Esha Steel, a reputed manufacturer and supplier based in Kolkata, offers high-quality HIC Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates designed to deliver superior performance in corrosive and hydrogen-rich environments. With a strong commitment to quality and reliability, Esha Steel provides products that meet stringent industry standards for oil, gas, and chemical processing sectors. Their HIC Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates are engineered to prevent hydrogen-induced cracking, ensuring long service life and enhanced safety. Supported by advanced sourcing, precise processing, and timely delivery, Esha Steel continues to be a trusted partner for industries seeking durable and high-performance steel solutions.
HIC-resistant steel plates and sheets consist of low-carbon steel containing controlled sulfur, phosphorus, and inclusion content, together with alloying additives such as manganese, nickel, and molybdenum for enhanced strength and toughness. They have high tensile strength (≥ 450 MPa), superior impact resistance, and better ductility. Their benefits include excellent resistance to hydrogen-induced cracking, increased durability in sour service conditions, lower maintenance costs, and enhanced safety, which make them suitable for pressure vessels, pipelines, and offshore structures for the oil and gas industry.
| Material | ASTM A516 |
| Grade | SA516 Gr 65, SA516 Gr 70 ,SA516 Gr 60 , Gr 60N |
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| Manufacturing Process | Â Hot-Rolled |
| Impact tested | -52° C |
Technical requirements | high strength and high toughness requirements, Detection, Z15 – Z35 thickness direction performance requirements, etc |
| Condition of Supply | Heat Treatment Simulated Post-Weld , Furnace Normalizing, As Rolled, Normalized Rolling, Vacuum Degassing or as per need |
| Base Plate | hot dipped zinc coated and  A-Z coated steel sheet, Cold rolled steel sheet |
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| C | ≤0.2 |
| Mn | 0.85–1.20 |
| Cu | ≤0.2 |
| Cev | ≤0.41 |
| S | ≤0.001 |
| Si | 0.15–0.40 |
| P | ≤0.010 |
| Mo | ≤0.1 |
| Ni | ≤0.4 |
| Cr | ≤0.3 |
| ASTM/ASME | DIN | European Norm | British Standard |
| A/SA516 – Grade 60 | DIN 17155 HII | EN10028 P265GH | BS1501-161-430A |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
HIC Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates are specially alloyed with controlled levels of carbon, manganese, sulfur, and micro-alloying elements to minimize inclusions and enhance resistance to hydrogen-induced cracking. These steels exhibit excellent toughness, high yield strength, and strong resistance to sulfide stress corrosion. Their refined microstructure ensures superior ductility and improved weldability, enabling reliable fabrication. Designed for harsh operating environments, HIC resistant steels maintain structural integrity under high pressure, exposure to hydrogen, and corrosive media commonly found in sour service applications.
| Grade | Plates Thickness |
|---|---|
| A516 60 | ≤12.5mm |
| A516 60 | ≥100 and ≤200mm |
| A516 60 | ≥12.5 mm and ≤50mm |
| A516 60 | >200mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≥100 mm and ≤200mm |
| A516 60 | ≥50 mm and ≤100mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≤12.5mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≥12.5 mm and ≤50mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | ≥50 mm and ≤100 mm |
| A516 70 | >200 mm |
| A516 65 Dicrest only | >200mm |
| A516 70 | ≥100 mm and ≤200mm |
| A516 70 | ≤12.5mm |
| A516 70 | ≥50 mm and ≤100mm |
| A516 70 | ≥12.5 mm and ≤50mm |
| Lengths in mm | Plates Thickness in Inches | Widths in mm | Lbs/Sft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240 | 7/16 Inches | 96 | 17.870 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 120, 240 | 5/16 Inches | 60 ,48 , 84 , 72 ,96 | 12.760 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 120, 124,133, 144, 156, 240 | 3/16 Inches | 7.660 Lbs/Sft | |
| 110, 96, 120, 240, 144 | 1/4 Inches | 10.210 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120, 96, 144, 169, 240, 260 | 3/8 Inches | 15.320 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120, 96, 144, 240 | 1/2 Inches | 20.420 Lbs/Sft | |
| 240 | 1 1/8 Inches | 96 | 45.950 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 240, 120, 480 | 1 Inches | 48, 72, 96 | 40.840 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 240, 120, 480 | 3/4 Inches | 48 , 72 , 84, 96 | 30.630 Lbs/Sft |
| 240 | 7/8 Inches | 96 | 35.740 Lbs/Sft |
| 240, 120, 480 | 5/8 Inches | 48 , 96 | 25.530 Lbs/Sft |
| 96, 120, 240 | 1 1/4 Inches | 48, 96 | 51.050 Lbs/Sft |
| 120, 240 | 1 1/2 Inches | 96 | 61.260 Lbs/Sft |
| 240 | 1 3/4 Inches | 71.470 Lbs/Sft | |
| 240 | 1 3/8 Inches | 56.160 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120, 240 | 2 Inches | 81.680 Lbs/Sft | |
| 240 | 2 1/2 Inches | 102.100 Lbs/Sft | |
| 1 5/8 Inches | 66.370 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 2 3/4 Inches | 112.310 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 2 1/4 Inches | 91.890 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 3 Inches | 122.520 Lbs/Sft | ||
| 120 | 3 1/2 Inches | 142.940 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 6 Inches | 245.040 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 3 3/4 Inches | 153.150 Lbs/Sft | |
| 144 | 3 1/4 Inches | 132.730 Lbs/Sft | |
| 144, 180 | 4 Inches | 163.360 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 4 1/2 Inches | 183.780 Lbs/Sft | |
| 120 | 4 1/4 Inches | 173.570 Lbs/Sft | |
| 144 | 5 Inches | 204.200 Lbs/Sft | |
| 160 | 7 Inches | 285.880 Lbs/Sft |
HIC Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates are widely used in industries where exposure to hydrogen sulfide and corrosive fluids can compromise material integrity. They are essential for manufacturing pressure vessels, storage tanks, separators, pipelines, and processing equipment in oil and gas refineries, petrochemical plants, and chemical processing units. These plates are also used in sour service pipelines, desalination plants, offshore platforms, and downstream processing facilities. Their exceptional resistance to hydrogen-induced cracking ensures safer operation, longer equipment life, and reduced maintenance, making them indispensable for critical applications involving harsh and corrosive environments.
Esha Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Kolkata India.
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