Close Alternative — 81.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 (AS/NZS 3679.1:2016) and EN 10025-2 S355J2 (EN 10025-2:2019) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 is typically used for hot-rolled structural bars and sections for general structural framing, while EN 10025-2 S355J2 is commonly used for used for bridges, offshore structures, cranes, construction equipment, structural frames, and heavy fabrication..
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while EN 10025-2 S355J2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 3679.1 300 vs EN 10025-2 S355J2 is a 93.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 56.1%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 81.2%.
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 3679.1 300
EN 10025-2 S355J2
Tensile Strength
440-600 MPa
470-630 MPa
Yield Strength
300 MPa min
>=355 MPa
Elongation
22% min
>=22%
Condition
Not specified
Nominal thickness up to 16 mm (tensile for 3 to 100 mm, elongation for 3 to 40 mm), longitudinal test pieces
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3679.1 300
Hot-rolled structural bars and sections for general structural framing
EN 10025-2 S355J2
Used for bridges, offshore structures, cranes, construction equipment, structural frames, and heavy fabrication.
Key Differences
EN 10025-2 S355J2 specifies Cu which is not specified for AS/NZS 3679.1 300.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 300 Be Substituted With EN 10025-2 S355J2?
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 and EN 10025-2 S355J2 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between AS/NZS 3679.1 300 and EN 10025-2 S355J2?
EN 10025-2 S355J2 specifies Cu which is not specified for AS/NZS 3679.1 300.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 300 be substituted with EN 10025-2 S355J2?
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 and EN 10025-2 S355J2 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.