Structure and components of steel sheet piles

The structure of steel sheet piles usually consists of the following main components:

1. Steel plate: Steel plate is the most important component of steel sheet pile, usually hot-rolled or cold-formed steel plate. The thickness and width of the steel plate are determined according to the design requirements, with common thicknesses ranging from 6 mm to 16 mm.

2. Lock mouth: Steel sheet piles are usually equipped with lock mouths on one or both sides for connecting adjacent steel plates. The shape and size of the lock mouth can vary according to different types of steel sheet piles. Common lock mouth forms include U-shaped, Z-shaped, O-shaped, etc.

3. Foot: The bottom of the steel sheet piles usually has a reinforced foot to support the entire pile body and transfer the load to the foundation. The shape and size of the foot will also vary depending on different design requirements.

4. Connectors: Connectors used to connect adjacent steel plates, usually including bolts, nuts and washers. These connectors are used to ensure a tight and reliable connection between steel plates.

5. Filler/Grout Material: In some cases, the inside of the steel sheet piles may need to be filled with filler or grout material to provide increased stiffness and load-bearing capacity of the pile.

Together these components form the structure of the sheet piles and can be designed and adapted to specific project requirements. The structural form and composition of steel sheet piles will also vary depending on the application fields.

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