Wear Resistant Steel Plate - AR400 AR500 Hardox 500 Abrasion Resistant

Tianjin TISCO International Trade Co., Ltd.

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Technical Specifications of Wear Resistant Steel Plate

Property	Parameter	Description
Product Name	Wear Resistant Steel Plate	High-hardness steel plate designed for abrasive environments
Material Grade	AR400, AR450, AR500, NM400, NM500, Hardox 400/450/500	International wear-resistant grade equivalents
Standard Compliance	ASTM A514, JIS G3128, EN 10025-6	Meets major international abrasion-resistant standards
Carbon (C)	≤0.28%	Carbon content for hardness and strength
Manganese (Mn)	0.80-1.60%	Improves hardenability and toughness
Chromium (Cr)	0.50-1.50%	Enhances wear resistance and hardness
Molybdenum (Mo)	0.15-0.60%	Improves strength and impact resistance
Brinell Hardness	360-550 HBW	Surface hardness for wear resistance (grade dependent)
Tensile Strength	≥1250 MPa	Minimum tensile strength for AR400/NM400 grade
Yield Strength	≥1000 MPa	Minimum yield strength for structural integrity
Elongation	≥10%	Ductility in 50mm gauge length
Impact Toughness	≥24J at -40°C	Charpy V-notch impact value for low-temperature service
Thickness Range	6mm - 80mm	Available thickness options for various applications
Width Range	1500mm - 3000mm	Standard widths for fabrication
Length	6000mm - 12000mm or custom	Standard and custom length options
Surface Finish	Hot rolled, shot blasted, or painted	Multiple surface treatment options
Application	Mining, cement, construction, recycling equipment	High-abrasion industrial environments
Certification	EN 10204 3.1, ISO 9001, mill test certificate	Quality certifications and material traceability
Packaging	Steel strapping, waterproof cover, wooden pallet	Standard export packaging for protection
MOQ	5 tons	Minimum order quantity for standard grades

Wear Resistant Steel Plate - AR400 AR500 Hardox 500 Abrasion Resistant

Wear resistant steel plate represents a specialized category of high-carbon alloy steel engineered to withstand severe abrasive conditions in mining, quarrying, and material handling operations. These premium-grade plates deliver exceptional service life in applications where conventional structural steel fails prematurely, offering superior resistance to gouging, impact, and surface wear. Manufactured to exacting metallurgical standards, our abrasion-resistant steel serves industries demanding maximum uptime and reduced maintenance costs.

What is Wear Resistant Steel Plate?

Wear resistant steel plate is a through-hardened alloy steel product specifically formulated with elevated carbon content (0.15-0.35%) and strengthening elements including chromium, manganese, and boron. The material undergoes controlled quenching and tempering processes to achieve surface hardness ranging from 360 HBW to 600 HBW, while maintaining adequate core toughness to resist crack propagation under impact loading conditions.

Wear Resistant Steel Plate Technical Specifications

Our abrasion-resistant steel plates comply with ASTM A514 and EN 10149-2 standards, available in hardness grades AR400 (360-440 HBW), AR450 (430-480 HBW), AR500 (475-540 HBW), and premium Hardox 500 (475-530 HBW). Standard thickness ranges from 6mm to 100mm with mill-certified chemical composition and mechanical properties documentation. Typical carbon equivalent values remain below 0.52% to ensure optimal welding characteristics per AWS D1.1 structural welding code.

Key Advantages of High-Hardness Abrasion Resistant Plate

Through-hardened wear plate extends equipment service life by 300-500% compared to mild steel in high-abrasion environments. The material's superior surface hardness minimizes material loss from sliding abrasion, while controlled alloy chemistry maintains sufficient ductility to absorb impact energy without brittle fracture. Cost-effectiveness derives from reduced downtime, lower replacement frequency, and decreased maintenance labor requirements across mining conveyors, crusher components, and dump truck liners.

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Manufacturing Process and Quality Control

Production begins with electric arc furnace melting followed by ladle refining to achieve precise chemical composition tolerances. Hot rolling occurs at temperatures between 1050-1200°C, with subsequent quenching in polymer or water-based media to develop martensitic microstructure. Tempering at 180-250°C relieves residual stresses while maintaining target hardness values. Each plate undergoes ultrasonic testing per ASTM A435 to verify internal soundness, with hardness verification conducted at multiple locations using calibrated Brinell testing equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Our standard MOQ is 5 metric tons per specification, though smaller quantities may be accommodated for premium grades like Hardox 500 or specialized thickness requirements. Mixed-grade orders can combine AR400, AR450, and AR500 plates to meet the 5-ton threshold, with mill test certificates provided for full traceability per EN 10204 3.1 standards.

Do you provide material test certificates?

Yes, every shipment includes comprehensive mill test reports documenting chemical analysis by optical emission spectrometry, tensile testing results per ASTM A370, Charpy V-notch impact values at specified temperatures, and hardness mapping across plate surfaces. Third-party inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas, or TÜV is available upon request with certificates meeting EN 10204 3.2 requirements for critical applications.

What is the typical delivery time?

Stock items in AR400 and AR500 grades ship within 5-7 business days from our regional distribution centers. Mill-direct orders for specialized dimensions or Hardox-equivalent grades require 35-45 days production lead time, including quality verification testing and surface preparation. Expedited processing is available for urgent requirements with 15-20 day delivery for standard thickness ranges between 10mm and 40mm.

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Can you cut to custom sizes?

Our fabrication facility provides precision plasma and laser cutting services with tolerances of ±2mm for dimensions up to 3000mm. We offer beveling for weld preparation at angles from 30° to 45°, hole drilling and countersinking, and surface grinding to achieve specific roughness values. Custom blanks are cut from certified parent plates with full traceability maintained through our ERP system, ensuring each piece retains original mill test report correlation.

Get a Competitive Quote for Wear Resistant Steel Plate

Contact our technical sales team for factory-direct pricing on AR400, AR500, and Hardox 500 abrasion resistant steel plates. We provide value-driven solutions with mill-certified quality, custom cutting services, and reliable delivery schedules to support your mining, aggregate processing, and heavy equipment manufacturing requirements. Request detailed specifications and volume-based pricing structures tailored to your application parameters.

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Ratings & Reviews

5.0

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Based on 8 reviews for verified purchases

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5.0

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5.0

Robert Brown

United Kingdom

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2025-09-16

Perfect Custom-Cut Hardox 500 for Loader Buckets
Purchased 10 tons of Hardox 500 grade plate with custom plasma cutting to complex bucket profiles. Dimensional accuracy was within ±2mm on all 47 pieces, exceptional for 3-meter length parts. Hardness verification at 503 HBW with excellent through-thickness uniformity. Beveling at 30 degrees was precise for robotic welding setup. Technical drawings were reviewed by their engineering team before cutting, catching one dimension error we made. Delivery in 17 days including fabrication time. This level of service justifies the premium pricing for earthmoving equipment manufacturing.

William Taylor

Australia

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2025-10-07

Acceptable Quality with Delivery Delay Resolved
Ordered 5.2 tons of AR500 plate in 18mm thickness for dredge pump housing application. Initial delivery was delayed by 8 days due to logistics issue, but supplier proactively communicated and arranged expedited shipping at no extra cost. Hardness testing showed 488 HBW average, slightly below 500 grade typical range but still acceptable for our use. Mill test reports were complete with proper SGS verification. Supplier offered 5% discount on next order as goodwill gesture. Material quality itself is fine, just minor coordination issues that were professionally handled.

Carlos Silva

Brazil

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2025-10-20

Solid AR400 Performance for Screen Decks
Bought 7 tons of AR400 plate in 10mm thickness for vibrating screen deck replacement at our gold processing facility. Material certificates showed 0.22% carbon with proper chromium and manganese levels. Charpy impact values at -20°C were adequate at 27 Joules. Plates had some minor surface scratches from handling but nothing affecting performance. Price point was reasonable for South American delivery. Lead time was 42 days including ocean freight. Material is holding up well after 3 months of continuous operation with iron ore fines.

Wei Chen

Singapore

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2025-11-03

Reliable AR500 Supplier for Repeat Orders
This is our fourth order for AR500 wear plate, total 11 tons in 30mm and 40mm thicknesses for recycling plant equipment. Consistent quality across all shipments with hardness between 495-525 HBW. EN 10149-2 compliance verified on every delivery. Laser cutting service provides precise hole patterns for bolt-on liner installation. Payment terms are flexible with 30-day credit after initial order. Technical support helped optimize plate layout to reduce material waste by 18%. Highly recommended for ongoing supply requirements.

Hans Mueller

Germany

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2025-11-25

Premium AR450 with Fast Delivery
Procured 9 tons of AR450 abrasion resistant plate, 20mm thickness, 2000mm width for bucket elevator components. Ultrasonic testing per ASTM A435 confirmed zero internal defects. Brinell hardness mapping showed consistent 455 HBW across entire plate surface. Sales team responded within 4 hours with technical datasheet and pricing. Material shipped in 6 days from stock, critical for our production schedule. Surface grinding service achieved Ra 3.2 finish as requested for wear strip applications.

Ahmed Al-Hassan

UAE

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2025-12-08

Good Value AR400 for Conveyor Chutes
Ordered 6.5 tons of AR400 plate in 15mm thickness for material handling chute fabrication. Hardness values ranged 385-425 HBW, within specification but toward lower end. EN 10204 3.1 certificates provided complete traceability. Pricing was competitive compared to three other suppliers we contacted. Delivery took 19 days, slightly longer than quoted 15 days. Overall good value for aggregate processing applications where extreme hardness is not critical.

Michael Johnson

United States

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2025-12-23

Outstanding Hardox 500 Quality for Dump Truck Liners
Purchased 12 tons of Hardox 500 equivalent plate, thickness 12mm, for haul truck bed liners in our copper mining operation. Chemical analysis matched Hardox specifications exactly with 0.28% carbon content. Surface finish was clean with minimal mill scale. Technical team provided detailed welding procedures per AWS D1.1 code. Cut-to-size blanks had ±1.5mm tolerance, better than expected. Lead time was 38 days as promised. Material is performing exceptionally well under continuous iron ore loading cycles.

James Wilson

United Kingdom

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2026-01-07

Excellent AR500 Plates for Crusher Liners
Ordered 8 tons of AR500 wear plate in 25mm thickness for our jaw crusher replacement project. Hardness testing confirmed 510 HBW average across all plates with full ASTM A514 compliance. Mill certificates showed carbon equivalent at 0.48%, perfect for our welding requirements. Plates arrived with plasma-cut bevels at 37.5 degrees as specified. Delivered in 11 days from order confirmation. Already seeing 400% longer service life compared to previous AR400 grade. This is our second purchase this year.