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AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80

Related Material — 62.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 (AS/NZS 3678:2016) and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 (ASTM A1008) 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 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 3678 Grade 250 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 3678 Grade 250 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 is a 93.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 62.4%.

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 A283C ASTM A572 Gr.65
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
62.4%
Specifications
Property AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Standard AS/NZS 3678:2016 ASTM A1008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 <=0.25
Mn (%) <=1.70 <=1.65
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
Si (%) Not specified <=0.50
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 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Tensile Strength 410-560 MPa 570 MPa min
Yield Strength 250 MPa min 550 MPa min
Elongation 22-25 % 10% min
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250
structural fabrication,buildings,bridges,general construction,machinery frames,welded structures,plates
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet, higher strength grade; automotive structural/reinforcement components, cold-formed high-strength parts
Key Differences
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 Be Substituted With ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
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)
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)
On M-EX Right Now
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250
2 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80?
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 specifies Si which is not specified for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250.
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 be substituted with ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 250 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.