ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 vs IS 2062 E410A

Close Alternative — 75.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 (ASTM A572/A572M:2021) and IS 2062 E410A (IS 2062:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 is typically used for riveted, bolted or welded structures, while IS 2062 E410A is commonly used for high strength structural applications. ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 2062 E410A is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 vs IS 2062 E410A is a 96.2% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 75.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
96.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
75.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 IS 2062 E410A
Standard ASTM A572/A572M:2021 IS 2062:2011
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.21 <=0.20
Mn (%) <=1.35 <=1.60
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.045
Si (%) <=0.40 <=0.45
CEV (%) Not specified <=0.50
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 42 IS 2062 E410A
Tensile Strength >=415 MPa >=540 MPa
Yield Strength >=290 MPa 410 MPa (<=20mm) / 390 MPa (20-40mm) / 380 MPa (>40mm)
Elongation >=20% >=20%
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
Impact Not specified not required
Typical Applications
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42
Riveted, bolted or welded structures
IS 2062 E410A
High strength structural applications
Key Differences
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 Be Substituted With IS 2062 E410A?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 and IS 2062 E410A 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42
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IS 2062 E410A
Plate → (8 listings)
Thickness: 8–10 mm (0.31–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–4100 mm (98.43–161.42 in)
Angle → (6 listings)
Leg 1: 50–130 mm (1.97–5.12 in)
Leg 2: 130–6000 mm (5.12–236.22 in)
Thickness: 6–8 mm (0.24–0.31 in)
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ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42
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IS 2062 E410A
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 and IS 2062 E410A?
IS 2062 E410A specifies CEV which is not specified for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42.
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 be substituted with IS 2062 E410A?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 42 and IS 2062 E410A 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.