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SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2: properties, composition, uses and standards

By the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical teamUpdated 1 October 20263 min read

Short answer

SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2 is a chrome-moly pressure-vessel plate, chosen for hot, high-pressure reactors and heat exchangers., density 7.85 g/cm³.

Overview diagram for SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2: properties, composition, uses and standards
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What is SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2?

SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2 is a chrome-moly pressure-vessel plate. Engineers choose it for hot, high-pressure reactors and heat exchangers. It is also known as ASTM A387 Gr 11 Cl 2, 1¼Cr-½Mo plate, Chrome-moly plate.

Designation
SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2
Also called
ASTM A387 Gr 11 Cl 2 · 1¼Cr-½Mo plate · Chrome-moly plate
Standard
ASTM A387 Grade 11
Density
7.85 g/cm³
Melting range
1420 – 1530 °C
Magnetic
Magnetic

Chemical composition

Under technical review for TDS.

ElementCurrent requirement
ChromiumAs specified
MolybdenumAs specified
CarbonAs specified
ManganeseAs specified
SiliconAs specified
PhosphorusAs specified
SulphurAs specified

Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification to be verified: ASTM A387 Grade 11.

Mechanical properties

Under technical review for TDS.

PropertyCurrent requirement
Tensile strengthAs specified
Yield strengthAs specified
Elongation (50 mm)As specified

Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification and condition to be verified: ASTM A387 Grade 11 — Class 2.

Where SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2 is used

Welding 387-11

The matching filler is ER80S-B2 / E8018-B2. Preheat and PWHT required.

SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2 standards by product

ProductStandard
SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2 plateASTM A387 Gr 11 Cl 2 · ASME SA-387

Buying SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2: what to specify

  • The product standard and the UNS or designation — for example ASTM A387 Gr 11 Cl 2 · ASME SA-387.
  • Size, thickness or schedule, and quantity in pieces and kg or metres.
  • Heat-treatment condition where the standard offers a choice.
  • Certificate: EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 available on request / as specified in the PO; ask for 3.2 if a third party must witness.

Questions buyers ask

Is SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2 magnetic?

Magnetic.

Can SA-387 Gr 11 Cl 2 be welded?

Yes. The matching filler is ER80S-B2 / E8018-B2; preheat and PWHT required.

Reviewed by the technical team, Kanak Steel & Engineering Co.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026
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