AS/NZS 1595 C350 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50

Close Alternative — 77.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AS/NZS 1595 C350 (AS/NZS 1595:1998) and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 (ASTM A1008) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. AS/NZS 1595 C350 is typically used for cold-rolled structural steel sheet; roll-forming, cold-formed structural sections, purlins, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is commonly used for cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength. AS/NZS 1595 C350 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 1595 C350 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is a 99.4% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 77.4%.

Frequently Compared With AS/NZS 1595 C350:
CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 400A AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400W GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A283C ASTM A572 Gr.65
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
99.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
77.4%
Specifications
Property AS/NZS 1595 C350 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Standard AS/NZS 1595:1998 ASTM A1008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.20 <=0.20
Mn (%) <=1.50 <=1.35
Si (%) <=0.50 <=0.50
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property AS/NZS 1595 C350 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Tensile Strength 430 MPa min 380 MPa min
Yield Strength 350 MPa min 340 MPa min
Elongation 14% min 14% min
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 1595 C350
Cold-rolled structural steel sheet; roll-forming, cold-formed structural sections, purlins
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength
Can AS/NZS 1595 C350 Be Substituted With ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
AS/NZS 1595 C350 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
AS/NZS 1595 C350
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–4600 mm (98.43–181.1 in)
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
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AS/NZS 1595 C350
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ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AS/NZS 1595 C350 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can AS/NZS 1595 C350 be substituted with ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
AS/NZS 1595 C350 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.