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AS/NZS Grade 500 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80

Strong Match — 96.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AS/NZS Grade 500 (AS/NZS 3597:2008) and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 (ASTM A1008) 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 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 is commonly used for cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet, higher strength grade; automotive structural/reinforcement components, cold-formed high-strength parts. AS/NZS Grade 500 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, AS/NZS Grade 500 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 is a 96.2% 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 96.2%.

Frequently Compared With AS/NZS Grade 500:
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 1595 C350 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 300W IS 2062 E250B0 ASTM A283C ASTM A572 Grade 50 AS/NZS 1595 C450 CSA G40.21 400W ASTM A572 Gr.65 CSA G40.21 400A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
96.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
96.2%
Specifications
Property AS/NZS Grade 500 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Standard AS/NZS 3597:2008 ASTM A1008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) max 0.2 <=0.25
Mn (%) max 1.6 <=1.65
Si (%) max 0.55 <=0.50
P (%) max 0.03 <=0.040
S (%) max 0.03 <=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 Grade 500 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Tensile Strength Not specified 570 MPa min
Yield Strength Not specified 550 MPa min
Elongation Not specified 10% min
Typical Applications
AS/NZS Grade 500
Heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet, higher strength grade; automotive structural/reinforcement components, cold-formed high-strength parts
Can AS/NZS Grade 500 Be Substituted With ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80?
AS/NZS Grade 500 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
AS/NZS Grade 500
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3100–3600 mm (122.05–141.73 in)
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–3700 mm (98.43–145.67 in)
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AS/NZS Grade 500
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ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AS/NZS Grade 500 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80?
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 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80?
AS/NZS Grade 500 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 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.