ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 vs ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55

Strong Match — 100% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 (ASTM A572/A572M:2018) and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 (ASTM A572/A572M:2021) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is typically used for riveted, bolted or welded structures, while ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is commonly used for riveted, bolted or welded structures. ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 vs ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is a 100% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 100%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55:
CSA G40.21 350W GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 400W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A572 Gr.65
Other Structural Steel Grades to Compare With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55:
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 480W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
100%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
100%
Specifications
Property ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55
Standard ASTM A572/A572M:2018 ASTM A572/A572M:2021
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.25 <=0.25
Mn (%) <=1.35 <=1.35
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.40 <=0.40
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55
Tensile Strength >=485 MPa >=485 MPa
Yield Strength >=380 MPa >=380 MPa
Elongation >=17% >=17%
Condition Tension test per Table 4; one set of minimum values for all product thicknesses; Elongation is in 200 mm gauge length, 50 mm values in the tensile block Tension test per Table 4; one set of minimum values for all product thicknesses; Elongation is in 200 mm gauge length, 50 mm values in the tensile block
Typical Applications
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55
Riveted, bolted or welded structures
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55
Riveted, bolted or welded structures
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 Be Substituted With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 be substituted with ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.