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AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 vs AS/NZS 1594 HA250

Strong Match — 93.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 (AS/NZS 3678:2016) and AS/NZS 1594 HA250 (AS/NZS 1594:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 is typically used for structural fabrication,buildings,bridges,general construction,machinery frames,welded structures,plates, while AS/NZS 1594 HA250 is commonly used for light structural sections, domestic appliances, agricultural equipment, general sheet metal fabrication, ducting.. AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while AS/NZS 1594 HA250 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.

As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 vs AS/NZS 1594 HA250 is a 89.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 93.2%.

Frequently Compared With AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250:
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 CSA G40.21 400A GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A283C
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
93.2%
Specifications
Property AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 AS/NZS 1594 HA250
Standard AS/NZS 3678:2016 AS/NZS 1594:2025
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 max 0.17
Mn (%) <=1.70 max 1.2
P (%) <=0.040 max 0.03
S (%) <=0.040 max 0.03
Si (%) Not specified max 0.5
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 3678 Grade 250 AS/NZS 1594 HA250
Tensile Strength 410-560 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 250 MPa min 250 MPa min (AS/NZS 1594)
Elongation 22-25 % Not specified
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250
structural fabrication,buildings,bridges,general construction,machinery frames,welded structures,plates
AS/NZS 1594 HA250
Light structural sections, domestic appliances, agricultural equipment, general sheet metal fabrication, ducting.
Key Differences
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 Be Substituted With AS/NZS 1594 HA250?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 and AS/NZS 1594 HA250 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 1594 HA250 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 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 3678 Grade 250
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2900–3700 mm (114.17–145.67 in)
AS/NZS 1594 HA250
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2500 mm (98.43–98.43 in)
On M-EX Right Now
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250
2 active listings and RFQs →
AS/NZS 1594 HA250
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 and AS/NZS 1594 HA250?
AS/NZS 1594 HA250 specifies Si which is not specified for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250.
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 be substituted with AS/NZS 1594 HA250?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 and AS/NZS 1594 HA250 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 1594 HA250 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.