Strong Match — 100% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AS/NZS 1594 HA350 (AS/NZS 1594:2025) and AS/NZS Grade 500 (AS/NZS 3597:2008) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
AS/NZS 1594 HA350 is typically used for automotive structural parts, trailers, agricultural equipment, general fabrication, light structural sections., while AS/NZS Grade 500 is commonly used for heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets..
AS/NZS 1594 HA350 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while AS/NZS Grade 500 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.
As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 1594 HA350 vs AS/NZS Grade 500 is a 100% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 100%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.
Can AS/NZS 1594 HA350 Be Substituted With AS/NZS Grade 500?
AS/NZS 1594 HA350 and AS/NZS Grade 500 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS Grade 500 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 1594 HA350 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between AS/NZS 1594 HA350 and AS/NZS Grade 500?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can AS/NZS 1594 HA350 be substituted with AS/NZS Grade 500?
AS/NZS 1594 HA350 and AS/NZS Grade 500 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS Grade 500 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 1594 HA350 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.