IS 2062 Plate Weight Calculator

IS 2062 is a widely used standard for structural steel plates in India. Here’s a comprehensive table of IS 2062 plate weights and all you need to know about them:

IS 2062 Plate Weight Chart

Thickness (mm)	Weight (kg/m²)
1.0	7.85
1.6	12.60
2.0	15.70
2.5	19.60
3.0	23.60
4.0	31.40
5.0	39.30
6.0	47.10
8.0	62.80
10.0	78.50
12.5	98.10
15.0	118.00
20.0	157.00
25.0	196.00
30.0	236.00
35.0	275.00
40.0	314.00

Key Information About IS 2062 Plates

Material Specification:

• Standard: IS 2062:2011 (Indian Standard)
• Grades: A, B, and C (differing in impact test temperatures)
• Density: 7.85 g/cm³ (0.0081 g/mm³)

Chemical Composition (Grade B):

• Carbon (C): 0.22% max
• Manganese (Mn): 1.50% max
• Silicon (Si): 0.40% max
• Sulfur (S): 0.045% max
• Phosphorus (P): 0.045% max

Mechanical Properties (Grade B):

• Tensile Strength: 410 MPa (minimum)
• Yield Strength: 250 MPa (minimum for thickness <20 mm)
• Elongation: 23% (minimum)

Available Dimensions:

• Thickness: 1.6 mm to 40 mm (and above)
• Width: 900 mm to 3200 mm
• Length: 2500 mm to 12000 mm

Applications:
IS 2062 plates are commonly used in:

• Structural engineering
• Bridge construction
• General engineering purposes
• Fabrication of storage tanks
• Manufacturing of industrial machinery

Surface Finish Options:

• Hot-rolled
• Pickled and oiled
• Shot blasted and painted

Additional Notes:

• The weight of the plate increases linearly with thickness
• Grade selection depends on the required impact resistance and operating temperature
• Plates can be cut to size and shape as per customer requirements
• IS 2062 is comparable to international standards like ASTM A36 and EN 1002524.

This comprehensive table and information should provide you with a solid understanding of IS 2062 plate weights and their specifications. The weight chart allows for quick reference when calculating material requirements for various structural and engineering projects.