Strong Match — 93.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AS/NZS Grade 500 (AS/NZS 3597:2008) and ASTM A283C (ASTM A283) 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 A283C is commonly used for used for structural fabrication, storage tanks, buildings, bridges, machinery bases, and welded structures..
AS/NZS Grade 500 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while ASTM A283C is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, AS/NZS Grade 500 vs ASTM A283C is a 93.4% 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 93.4%.
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 A283C
Tensile Strength
Not specified
380-515 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
205 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
23-27%
Hardness
Not specified
120-170 HB
Typical Applications
AS/NZS Grade 500
Heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.
ASTM A283C
Used for structural fabrication, storage tanks, buildings, bridges, machinery bases, and welded structures.
Can AS/NZS Grade 500 Be Substituted With ASTM A283C?
AS/NZS Grade 500 and ASTM A283C overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A283C 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 ASTM A283C?
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 A283C?
AS/NZS Grade 500 and ASTM A283C overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A283C 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.