Thabiso Steel, located in Cape Town, South Africa, stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of high-strength steel products, including S460MC Sheet and Plates. They’re well-known for providing top-notch materials that adhere to international standards, serving a variety of industries like automotive, construction, and heavy machinery. Their S460MC sheets and plates boast impressive strength-to-weight ratios, making them perfect for applications that demand both durability and lightweight solutions. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, timely delivery, and competitive pricing, Thabiso Steel has earned its reputation as a reliable partner for advanced structural steel products throughout South Africa and beyond.
S460MC is a microalloyed, thermomechanically rolled structural steel grade crafted to deliver a high yield strength of at least 460 MPa, all while ensuring good ductility and formability. Its typical chemical makeup features low carbon (max 0.12%), manganese (up to 2%), and microalloying elements like niobium, vanadium, and titanium, which boost strength and toughness. S460MC is known for its excellent weldability, cold formability, and impact resistance, making it a great fit for demanding structural applications where high strength and good toughness are essential.
| Specifications | ASME/ ASTM |
| Standard | ASME, ASTM and API |
| Specialize | Perforated Sheet, Shim Sheet, B. Q. Profile. |
| Size | 1000 TO 2500 MM WIDTH, 0.5 TO 200 MM THICK IN & 2500 TO 12500 MM LENGTH |
| Form | Foils, Coils, Rolls, Shim Sheet, Plain Sheet, Ring (Flange), Chequered Plate, Perforated Sheet, Flats, Strip, Blank (Circle) |
| Finish | Cold rolled sheet (CR), Hot rolled plate (HR), 2D, 2B, SATIN (Met with Plastic Coated), BA NO(8) |
| Hardness | Hard, Soft, Quarter Hard, Half Hard, Spring Hard etc. |
| Grade | EN 10149-2 S460MC DIN 1.0982 |
| Si | C | Mn | S | P | Al | V | Nb | Ti |
| 0,50 max | 0,12 max | 1.6 max | 0.015 | 0.025 max | 0.015 | 0.2 | 0.09 | 0.15 |
| (Mpa) ReH-Minimun yield strength | (mm)Nominal thickness | (mm) Nominal thickness | (Mpa) Rm-Tensile strength |  Lo=5,65√So(%) A-Minimum elongation | Lo=Lo=80mm(%) A-Minimum elongation |
| 460 | From3 | to3 | 520-670 | 17 | 14 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
S460MC Sheet and Plates find their place in industries that need robust yet lightweight steel components. Common uses include automotive parts, structural sections, cranes, heavy-duty trailers, and construction machinery. The material’s high strength allows for reduced weight without compromising performance, enhancing fuel efficiency and load capacity in transport applications. Plus, its outstanding cold-forming and welding characteristics make it ideal for intricate fabrication and manufacturing processes. S460MC is the go-to choice for projects that prioritize safety, durability, and material efficiency across various structural engineering fields.
S460MC sheet and plates are extensively used in high-strength, light-weight, and durable material requiring industries. They are best suited for structural elements in automotive manufacturing, including reinforcements and chassis, because of their good formability and high tensile strength. They are also used in the construction industry for bridges, cranes, and frame structures. The plates also have applications in heavy machinery, farm equipment, and transportation systems. Their wear resistance and weldability qualify them for harsh environments, guaranteeing durability and reliability in different industrial applications.
ThabisoSteel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Cape Town, South Africa.
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