Strong Match — 90.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 (AS/NZS 3678:2016) and ASTM A572 Gr.65 (ASTM A572) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is typically used for heavy cranes, offshore platforms, pressure vessels, structural members in high-rise construction, mining equipment., while ASTM A572 Gr.65 is commonly used for used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members..
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while ASTM A572 Gr.65 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 vs ASTM A572 Gr.65 is a 90.8% 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 90.8%.
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 450
ASTM A572 Gr.65
Tensile Strength
Not specified
550-690 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
450 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
18-21%
Hardness
Not specified
170-220 HB
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450
Heavy cranes, offshore platforms, pressure vessels, structural members in high-rise construction, mining equipment.
ASTM A572 Gr.65
Used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members.
Key Differences
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450.
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 Be Substituted With ASTM A572 Gr.65?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 and ASTM A572 Gr.65 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A572 Gr.65 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 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 3678 Grade 450 and ASTM A572 Gr.65?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450.
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 be substituted with ASTM A572 Gr.65?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 and ASTM A572 Gr.65 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A572 Gr.65 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.