Carbon and alloy steel are popular metals across diverse industries. These materials come in the form of thick plates and large-diameter round bars for use in demanding applications requiring a high degree of strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and performance. Here, we will discuss the various properties, advantages, and applications of carbon and alloy steel large-diameter bars and thick plates, as well as what Continental Steel & Tube Company can offer.
Thick Plates in Carbon Steel
Thick carbon steel plates are highly versatile and robust products. They are available in numerous thicknesses and can be easily welded, cut, and formed into various shapes. Thick carbon steel plates have a high carbon content that results in excellent toughness and wear resistance, making them ideal for heavy-duty applications exposed to harsh environments and heavy loads. Examples include:
- Shipbuilding
- Industrial equipment/heavy machinery
- Pressure vessels
- Bridges and other infrastructure
Within these and other applications, carbon steel thick plates provide both structural integrity and longevity, making them vital in many engineering and construction projects.
At Continental Steel, we can provide thick carbon steel plates in thicknesses from 3/16” up to 24”. Available grades include:
- 1020
- 1045
- A36
- A514 Grade B, E, H, Q
- A515 Gr 70
- A516 Gr 70
- A572 Gr 50
- A588
- A656 GR 80
- A709
- AR400
- AR500
- SA387
Thick Plates in Alloy Steel
Thick alloy steel plates are specialized steel products renowned for their excellent toughness, strength, wear resistance, hardness, and ability to withstand abrasion and impact. These materials are highly versatile and perform optimally under demanding conditions. Their durability and longevity make them ideal for a broad range of industrial applications, including:
- Heavy machinery
- Mining equipment
- Military vehicles
- Armor plating
- Pressure vessels
- Structural components
- Industrial tools, dies, and molds
Depending on the needs of your application, Continental Steel can supply alloy steel plates in numerous sizes and thicknesses. Available grades include:
- 4140
- 4142
- 4340
- 8620
Carbon Steel Large-Diameter Round Bars
Carbon steel large-diameter round bars are heavy-duty materials designed for applications requiring exceptional strength, durability, and load-bearing capacity. Their high carbon content provides outstanding hardness and wear resistance, making them suitable for use in environments exposed to harsh, high-stress environments. Additionally, large-diameter steel bars are highly machinable and weldable, allowing for easy customization and integration into complex systems.
Carbon steel bars are typically used in industries such as construction, shipbuilding, and manufacturing for applications such as:
- Structural frameworks
- Shafts
- Heavy machinery
- Gears, axles, and crankshafts
Continental Steel offers large-diameter carbon steel bars in sizes from 1/4” to 36”. Available grades include:
- 1018
- 1020
- 1030
- 1035
- 1040
- 1045
- 1060
- 1117
- 1141
- 1155
- 12L14
- 1215
- 1541
- A105
Alloy Steel Large-Diameter Round Bars
Large-diameter alloy steel round bars combine durability and strength with enhanced properties provided by alloying elements such as nickel, chromium, manganese, molybdenum, and more. These elements not only improve toughness and hardness but also increase resistance to high temperatures, wear, and corrosion. Because of this, large-diameter alloy steel bars are commonly used in demanding applications exposed to extreme conditions. Examples include:
- Heavy machinery
- Power generation equipment
- Large structural components
- Drilling equipment and pipelines for the oil and gas industry
- Critical aerospace components
We can supply carbon steel large-diameter bars in sizes from 1/4” to 24”. Available grades include:
- 4140
- 4150
- 4330
- 4340
- 8620
- 8630
- 9130
Contact Continental Steel for Your Carbon and Alloy Steel Thick Plate & Large-Diameter Round Bar Needs
Carbon and alloy steel heavy plates and large-diameter round bars are beneficial to a wide range of industries and applications, particularly those exposed to harsh environments. Their high strength, toughness, and ability to withstand extreme conditions make them well-suited for everything from critical aerospace components to infrastructure and much more. As a world-class supplier of high-quality and hard-to-find metals, Continental Steel & Tube Company provides the carbon and alloy steel products you need to ensure the success of your project.
For more information about our carbon and alloy steel heavy plates and large-diameter bars, reach out to us or request a quote today.