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ASTM A36 vs IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2

Strong Match — 89.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A36 (ASTM A36) and IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 (IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1):1979) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. ASTM A36 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A36 vs IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 is a 89.3% 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 89.3%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A36:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
89.3%
Specifications
Property ASTM A36 IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
Standard ASTM A36 IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1):1979
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) ≤0.26 <=0.05
Mn (%) ≤1.20 <=0.40
Si (%) 0.15–0.40 Not specified
P (%) ≤0.040 Not specified
S (%) ≤0.050 Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A36 IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
Tensile Strength 400–550 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 250 MPa min Not specified
Elongation ≥23% Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A36
Structural fabrication, bridges, buildings, machinery parts, flanges
IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
Not documented
Key Differences
Can ASTM A36 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2?
ASTM A36 and IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A36 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A36
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2700 mm (98.43–106.3 in)
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5600–6500 mm (220.47–255.91 in)
IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
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ASTM A36
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IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A36 and IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2?
ASTM A36 specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2.
Can ASTM A36 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2?
ASTM A36 and IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A36 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.