Technical Specifications of Prime Checkered Steel Coil
| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|
| Product Name | Prime Checkered Steel Coil | Hot-rolled carbon steel coil with raised diamond/tear drop pattern |
| Material Grade | SS400 / Q235B / A36 / S235JR | Common international grade equivalents |
| Standard Compliance | GB/T 3277, JIS G3131, ASTM A786, EN 10025 | Meets major international checkered plate standards |
| Carbon (C) | ≤0.20% | Carbon content for formability and weldability |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤1.40% | Improves strength and hardenability |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤0.045% | Controlled for ductility |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤0.045% | Low sulfur for improved weldability |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.35% | Deoxidizer and mild strengthener |
| Tensile Strength | 370 - 500 MPa | Typical range per base material grade |
| Yield Strength | ≥235 MPa | Minimum yield strength for structural use |
| Elongation | ≥26% | Ductility in 50mm gauge length |
| Base Thickness | 1.5 - 8.0 mm | Thickness excluding checkered pattern height |
| Pattern Height | 0.5 - 1.5 mm | Raised pattern above base thickness |
| Coil Width | 1000 - 1500 mm | Standard widths: 1000mm, 1219mm, 1250mm, 1500mm |
| Pattern Type | Diamond / Tear Drop / Lentil | Multiple anti-slip pattern options available |
| Surface Treatment | Oiled / Pickled / Galvanized | Rust prevention and corrosion protection options |
| Application | Flooring, Staircase Treads, Truck Beds, Platforms | Anti-slip structural and industrial applications |
| Certification | ISO 9001, SGS, EN 10204 3.1 | Quality certifications and mill test certificates |
| Packaging | Eye-to-sky, steel strip bundled, waterproof paper | Standard seaworthy export packaging |
| MOQ | 5 tons | Minimum order quantity |
Prime Checkered Steel Coil - High-Quality Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet
Prime checkered steel coil is a hot-rolled carbon steel product featuring a raised diamond or tear-drop pattern on one surface, engineered to deliver superior anti-slip performance across demanding industrial environments. This premium-grade material serves critical roles in construction platforms, transportation flooring, stairway treads, and heavy-duty industrial walkways where safety and structural reliability are non-negotiable. As a direct mill supplier, we provide factory-competitive pricing on checkered steel coils manufactured to international standards with full traceability documentation.
What Is Prime Checkered Steel Coil?
Prime checkered steel coil—also referred to as diamond plate coil or chequered steel coil—is a flat-rolled carbon steel product with a raised geometric pattern hot-pressed onto one surface during the rolling process. The "prime" designation confirms the material meets strict quality criteria with no surface defects, dimensional deviations, or mechanical property failures, distinguishing it from secondary or off-grade inventory.

Prime Checkered Steel Coil Technical Specifications
Our checkered steel coils are manufactured according to GB/T 3277-2009, JIS G3131, and ASTM A786/A786M standards. The following table outlines key parameters:

| Parameter | Specification |
|---|
| Base Material | Q235B, SS400, ASTM A36, S235JR |
| Base Thickness | 1.8 mm – 8.0 mm |
| Pattern Height | 0.5 mm – 1.5 mm (above base thickness) |
| Coil Width | 1000 mm, 1219 mm, 1250 mm, 1500 mm |
| Coil Weight | 3 MT – 25 MT per coil |
| Pattern Type | Diamond (5-bar), Tear-drop, Lentil |
| Yield Strength | ≥235 MPa (Q235B per GB/T 700-2006) |
| Tensile Strength | 370–500 MPa |
| Surface Treatment | Oiled / Pickled & Oiled / Galvanized |
Key Applications of Checkered Steel Coil
- Industrial flooring & walkways: Factory platforms, mezzanine decking, and warehouse ramps requiring slip-resistant surfaces
- Transportation: Truck beds, trailer flooring, ship deck plating, and bus step treads
- Construction: Stair treads, drainage covers, bridge decking, and scaffolding platforms
- Agricultural equipment: Machine guards, feed processing platforms, and loading dock plates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Our standard MOQ for prime checkered steel coil is 25 metric tons per specification. Mixed containers with multiple thicknesses are available for orders exceeding 20 MT total.

Do you provide material test certificates?
Yes. Every shipment includes original mill test certificates (MTC) conforming to EN 10204 Type 3.1, covering chemical composition, mechanical properties, and dimensional inspection results.
What is the typical delivery time?
Stock items ship within 7–10 business days. Custom-rolled checkered steel coil orders with specific dimensions or steel grades typically require 20–30 days from order confirmation.
Can you cut to custom sizes?
Absolutely. We offer coil slitting to custom widths (minimum 100 mm) and cut-to-length processing into checkered steel sheets per your exact dimensional requirements.
Get a Competitive Quote for Prime Checkered Steel Coil
Ready to source premium-grade checkered steel coil at mill-direct rates? Contact our sales team today with your required thickness, width, pattern type, and annual volume. We deliver value-driven pricing backed by ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management and responsive logistics to ports worldwide.