Close Alternative — 73.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A572 Gr.65 (ASTM A572) and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 (ASTM A572/A572M:2021) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
ASTM A572 Gr.65 is typically used for used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members., while ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 is commonly used for riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications.
ASTM A572 Gr.65 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A572 Gr.65 vs ASTM A572/A572M Grade 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%.
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 Gr.65
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65
Tensile Strength
550-690 MPa
>=550 MPa
Yield Strength
450 MPa min
>=450 MPa
Elongation
18-21%
>=15%
Hardness
170-220 HB
Not specified
Condition
Not specified
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 Gr.65
Used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members.
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65
Riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications
Key Differences
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65.
Can ASTM A572 Gr.65 Be Substituted With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A572 Gr.65 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65.
Can ASTM A572 Gr.65 be substituted with ASTM A572/A572M Grade 65?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 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.