Strong Match — 96.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 (AS/NZS 3679.1:2016) and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 (AS/NZS 3678:2016) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 is typically used for hot-rolled structural bars and sections for primary structural beams, columns, and framing, while AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is commonly used for heavy cranes, offshore platforms, pressure vessels, structural members in high-rise construction, mining equipment..
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.
As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 3679.1 350 vs AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is a 96.9% 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 96.9%.
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 3679.1 350
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450
Tensile Strength
480-640 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
350 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
20% min
Not specified
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3679.1 350
Hot-rolled structural bars and sections for primary structural beams, columns, and framing
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450
Heavy cranes, offshore platforms, pressure vessels, structural members in high-rise construction, mining equipment.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 350 Be Substituted With AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450?
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 3679.1 350 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 3679.1 350 and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 350 be substituted with AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450?
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is often considered as a substitute for AS/NZS 3679.1 350 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.