From the heart of Hamilton’s industrial landscape, Latham Steel proudly stands as a trusted manufacturer and supplier, bringing strength and reliability directly to New Zealand’s backbone industries. Our commitment is to provide locally-sourced quality, and a prime example of this dedication is our HB 500 Sheet and Plates. This high-grade material is engineered for demanding applications where resilience is non-negotiable, offering a robust solution for projects that form the very framework of our nation’s infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.
The HB 500 grade is defined by its exceptional hardness, consistently measuring 500 on the Brinell scale. This impressive characteristic is achieved through a carefully controlled composition and heat treatment process that results in a high-strength, abrasion-resistant steel. It’s specifically formulated to withstand significant impact and harsh wear, making it a far more durable option than standard structural steels. Essentially, this plate is built to last, offering a extended service life even in the toughest working environments.
Thickness : 2 – 103 mm
Length :Â Up to 14630 mm
Width :Â Up to 3350 mm
Hardened 500 Plate Density :Â 8
Heat Treatment :Â N, Q+T
Surface Paint :Â EP, PE, HDP, SMP, PVDF
| Grade | C *) | Si *) | Mn *) | P | S | Cr *) | Ni *) | Mo *) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardened 500 Sheet | 0.27 | 0.50 | 1.60 | 0.025 | 0.010 | 1.20 | 0.25 | 0.25 |
| Hardened 500 Plate | 0.30 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 0.020 | 0.01 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 0.60 |
| Grade | Thickness (mm) | Hardness (HBW) | Typical Yield Strength (Mpa) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardened 500 Sheet | 2.0-7.0 | 470-530 | 1400 |
| Hardened 500 Plate | 4.0-32.0 | 470-530 | 1400 |
| Hardened 500 Plate | 32.1-103.0 | 450-540 | 1400 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
You’ll find HB 500 plates hard at work in some of the most challenging settings across the country. They are the material of choice for heavy-duty machinery like dump truck bodies, quarry hoppers, and conveyor chutes, where constant abrasion from rocks and ore would quickly degrade lesser materials. Their toughness also makes them ideal for construction attachments, mining equipment liners, and agricultural machinery parts, effectively protecting vital assets from premature wear and tear. This is the steel you turn to when durability is the top priority.
Latham Steel 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 Hamilton, New Zealand.
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