EH36
Data verifiedEH36 is the premium 355 MPa hull grade with impact toughness guaranteed at −40 °C — standard for LNG/LPG carriers, ice-going ships and Arctic offshore structures. It is the toughest of the widely traded 36-series ship plate.
Chemical composition
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| C | ≤0.18 |
| Si | ≤0.50 |
| Mn | 0.90–1.60 |
| P | ≤0.035 |
| S | ≤0.035 |
| Note | Nb/V/Ti grain-refining per class rules |
Weight percent, per the governing standard ranges. Actual values per heat are on the mill certificate.
Properties
| Yield strength | ≥355 MPa |
| Tensile strength | 490–630 MPa |
| Impact | −40 °C, ≥34 J longitudinal (≤50 mm) |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm³ |
Heat treatment
Supplied normalized or TMCP under class survey; fine-grain practice with Nb/V/Ti is mandatory.
Equivalent grades
| Standard | Designation |
|---|---|
| aisi | A131 EH36 |
| jis | KE36 (near) |
| gb | EH36 (GB/T 712) |
Compare side by side: EH36 vs DH36 · EH36 vs EH32
Equivalents overlap in chemistry and use but are not always identical — see our equivalents guide before substituting in certified designs.
Applications & Processing
Applications: Gas carriers, ice-class hulls, Arctic offshore, cold-climate decks and shells.
Processing: Use −40 °C rated consumables and class-approved WPS; preheat control matters more than for A/D grades in winter yards.
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