Related Material — 66.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 (AS/NZS 3679.1:2016) and ASTM A572 Gr.65 (ASTM A572) 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 ASTM A572 Gr.65 is commonly used for used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members..
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 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 3679.1 350 vs ASTM A572 Gr.65 is a 92.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 14.3%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 66.7%.
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
ASTM A572 Gr.65
Tensile Strength
480-640 MPa
550-690 MPa
Yield Strength
350 MPa min
450 MPa min
Elongation
20% min
18-21%
Hardness
Not specified
170-220 HB
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3679.1 350
Hot-rolled structural bars and sections for primary structural beams, columns, and framing
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 3679.1 350.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 350 Be Substituted With ASTM A572 Gr.65?
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 and ASTM A572 Gr.65 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.
What is the difference between AS/NZS 3679.1 350 and ASTM A572 Gr.65?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for AS/NZS 3679.1 350.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 350 be substituted with ASTM A572 Gr.65?
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 and ASTM A572 Gr.65 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.