Strong Match — 97.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AS/NZS Grade 500 (AS/NZS 3597:2008) and AS/NZS 1595 C350 (AS/NZS 1595:1998) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
AS/NZS Grade 500 is typically used for heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets., while AS/NZS 1595 C350 is commonly used for cold-rolled structural steel sheet; roll-forming, cold-formed structural sections, purlins.
AS/NZS Grade 500 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while AS/NZS 1595 C350 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.
As per chemical composition, AS/NZS Grade 500 vs AS/NZS 1595 C350 is a 97.7% 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 97.7%.
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 Grade 500
AS/NZS 1595 C350
Tensile Strength
Not specified
430 MPa min
Yield Strength
Not specified
350 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
14% min
Typical Applications
AS/NZS Grade 500
Heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.
Can AS/NZS Grade 500 Be Substituted With AS/NZS 1595 C350?
AS/NZS Grade 500 and AS/NZS 1595 C350 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 1595 C350 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS Grade 500 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 Grade 500 and AS/NZS 1595 C350?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can AS/NZS Grade 500 be substituted with AS/NZS 1595 C350?
AS/NZS Grade 500 and AS/NZS 1595 C350 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 1595 C350 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS Grade 500 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.