Related Material — 64.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 (ASTM A572/A572M:2018) and ASTM A283C (ASTM A283) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 is typically used for riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications, while ASTM A283C is commonly used for used for structural fabrication, storage tanks, buildings, bridges, machinery bases, and welded structures..
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A283C is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 vs ASTM A283C is a 96.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.2%.
Frequently Compared With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60:
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 60
ASTM A283C
Tensile Strength
>=520 MPa
380-515 MPa
Yield Strength
>=415 MPa
205 MPa min
Elongation
>=16%
23-27%
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
Not specified
Hardness
Not specified
120-170 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60
Riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications
ASTM A283C
Used for structural fabrication, storage tanks, buildings, bridges, machinery bases, and welded structures.
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 Be Substituted With ASTM A283C?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 and ASTM A283C 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 ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 and ASTM A283C?
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 60 be substituted with ASTM A283C?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 and ASTM A283C 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.