P275NL2 pressure vessel steel sheets comply with EN 10028-3 and are designed for pressure equipment operating at low temperatures. This steel grade combines good mechanical strength, excellent weldability and outstanding toughness in demanding service conditions. The NL2 quality ensures reliable performance for pressure vessels, cryogenic tanks, boilers, heat exchangers and equipment used in the energy, chemical and petrochemical industries.
Sidastico supplies cut-to-size steel sheets in a wide range of thicknesses and dimensions. The company cuts every sheet according to customer specifications, reducing material waste and improving manufacturing efficiency. Sidastico also provides the EN 10204 3.1 inspection certificate with every delivery, ensuring full traceability and compliance with the declared mechanical and chemical properties.
P275NL2 pressure vessel steel sheets are suitable for laser cutting, plasma cutting, oxy-fuel cutting, bending, drilling and welding. Manufacturers use this grade for pressure vessels, cryogenic storage tanks, piping systems, industrial equipment and components operating under demanding conditions. Its excellent low-temperature toughness provides long service life, reliable performance and high operational safety.
Compared with conventional pressure vessel steels, this material delivers improved toughness at low temperatures while maintaining excellent fabrication and welding characteristics. It is therefore a reliable solution for pressure equipment requiring certified quality and dependable performance.
Sidastico combines extensive stock availability with precision cut-to-size processing, certified quality and reliable deliveries. Customers benefit from steel sheets designed for pressure equipment and supported by fast, dependable service.
Standard
EN10028-3
Identification Number
1.1104
Classification
–
Type
–
Rolling State
Normalised
Brief Description
Fine-grain structural steel for pressure vessels. High resistance.
Good weldability and good cold and hot-rolling properties under normalised conditions.
Applications
Fine-grain, high-resistance structural steel for pressure vessels.
Standard Coil Stock Range
| P275NL2 | 1500 | 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | ● | |
| 4 | ● | |
| 5 | ● | ● |
| 6 | ● | ● |
| 7 | ● | |
| 8 | ● | ● |
| 10 | ● | ● |
| 12 | ● | ● |
Chemical Composition
Regulatory standard
| Element | Value |
| C (%) | ≤ 0,16 |
| Si (%) | ≤ 0,40 |
| Mn (%) | 0,80-1,50 |
| P (%) | ≤ 0,020 |
| S (%) | ≤ 0,005 |
| AI (%) | ≥ 0,020 |
| Nb (%) | ≤ 0,05 |
| Ti (%) | ≤ 0,03 |
| V (%) | ≤ 0,05 |
| Mo (%) | ≤ 0,08 |
| Cu (%) | ≤ 0,30 |
| Element | Value |
| Cr (%) | ≤ 0,30 |
| Ni (%) | ≤ 0,50 |
| N (%) | ≤ 0,012 |
| B (%) | |
| Nb+Ti+V (%) | ≤ 0,05 |
| Cr+Mo+Ni (%) | |
| Ni+Cr+Cu+Mo (%) | |
| C.E.V. (%) | ≤ 0,40* |
* = for thicknesses in mm ≤ 60
C.E.V. (%) = C+(Mn/6)+[(Cr+Mo+V)/5]+[(Ni+Cu)/15]
Mechanical Properties
According to UNI EN 10028
| Mechanical characteristics | Direction | Thicknesses | Values |
| Re (MPa) | T | ≤ 16 | ≥ 275 |
| T | > 16 ≤ 40 | ≥ 265 | |
| Rm(MPa) | T | ≤ 16 | 390-510 |
| T | > 16 ≤ 40 | 390-510 | |
| A80 (%) | T | ≥ 19 | |
| A5 (%) | T | ≥ 24 | |
| Bend Test 180° | |||
| KV 20°C (J) | L | ≤ 250 | ≥ 85* |
| T | ≤ 250 | ≥ 70* | |
| KV 0°C (J) | L | ≤ 250 | ≥ 75* |
| T | ≤ 250 | ≥ 60* | |
| KV -20°C (J) | L | ≤ 250 | ≥ 55* |
| T | ≤ 250 | ≥ 40* | |
| KV -40°C (J) | L | ≤ 250 | ≥ 45* |
| T | ≤ 250 | ≥ 30* | |
| KV -50°C (J) | L | ≤ 250 | ≥ 42* |
| T | ≤ 250 | ≥ 27* |
* = Standard option
t = thickness in mm of the test piece for the bend test
L = Tensile testing carried out on longitudinal test pieces
T = Bend tests carried out on cross-cut test pieces
Tolerances
Tolerances on the dimensions and on the shape UNI EN 10051
Surface condition UNI EN 10163-2
Certifications
EN 10204-3.1 PED/ 97/23/EC AD2000W1
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