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ASTM A105 vs DIN 1654-2 C8C

Related Material — 59% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A105 (ASTM A105) and DIN 1654-2 C8C (DIN 1654-2:1989-10) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. ASTM A105 is typically used for flanges, fittings, valves, pressure piping components, forged pressure vessel parts, while DIN 1654-2 C8C is commonly used for wire drawing, cold heading, nails. ASTM A105 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while DIN 1654-2 C8C is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A105 vs DIN 1654-2 C8C is a 88.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 59%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A105:
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
88.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
59%
Specifications
Property ASTM A105 DIN 1654-2 C8C
Standard ASTM A105 DIN 1654-2:1989-10
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) ≤0.35 ≤0.10
Mn (%) 0.60–1.05 0.25–0.50
Si (%) 0.10–0.35 Not specified
P (%) ≤0.035 ≤0.040
S (%) ≤0.040 ≤0.040
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A105 DIN 1654-2 C8C
Tensile Strength 485 MPa min 300–420 MPa
Yield Strength 250 MPa min Not specified
Elongation ≥22% ≥30%
Hardness ≤197 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A105
Flanges, fittings, valves, pressure piping components, forged pressure vessel parts
DIN 1654-2 C8C
Wire drawing, cold heading, nails
Key Differences
Can ASTM A105 Be Substituted With DIN 1654-2 C8C?
ASTM A105 and DIN 1654-2 C8C 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
ASTM A105
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 6100–7000 mm (240.16–275.59 in)
DIN 1654-2 C8C
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5300–6100 mm (208.66–240.16 in)
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ASTM A105
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DIN 1654-2 C8C
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A105 and DIN 1654-2 C8C?
ASTM A105 specifies Si which is not specified for DIN 1654-2 C8C.
Can ASTM A105 be substituted with DIN 1654-2 C8C?
ASTM A105 and DIN 1654-2 C8C 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.