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ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 vs ASTM A572 Gr.65

Close Alternative — 73.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 (ASTM A572/A572M:2018) and ASTM A572 Gr.65 (ASTM A572) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 is typically used for riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications, while ASTM A572 Gr.65 is commonly used for used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members.. ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A572 Gr.65 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 vs ASTM A572 Gr.65 is a 93.3% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.3%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65:
GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 480W AS/NZS 1595 C450
Other Structural Steel Grades to Compare With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65:
CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 400W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
73.3%
Specifications
Property ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 ASTM A572 Gr.65
Standard ASTM A572/A572M:2018 ASTM A572
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.23 0.23 max
Mn (%) <=1.65 1.35 max
P (%) <=0.030 0.040 max
S (%) <=0.030 0.050 max
Si (%) <=0.40 0.40 max
V (%) Not specified 0.15 max
Nb (%) Not specified 0.05 max
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 65 ASTM A572 Gr.65
Tensile Strength >=550 MPa 550-690 MPa
Yield Strength >=450 MPa 450 MPa min
Elongation >=15% 18-21%
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 170-220 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65
Riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications
ASTM A572 Gr.65
Used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members.
Key Differences
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 Be Substituted With ASTM A572 Gr.65?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 and ASTM A572 Gr.65 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
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ASTM A572 Gr.65
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2600–4400 mm (102.36–173.23 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 and ASTM A572 Gr.65?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65.
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 be substituted with ASTM A572 Gr.65?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 and ASTM A572 Gr.65 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.