Close Alternative — 73.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A572 Gr.65 (ASTM A572) and EN 10025-3 S420JR (EN 10025-3:2019) 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 EN 10025-3 S420JR is commonly used for used in bridges, heavy machinery frames, structural beams, offshore structures, and crane components..
ASTM A572 Gr.65 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10025-3 S420JR is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A572 Gr.65 vs EN 10025-3 S420JR is a 88.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 44.1%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.7%.
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
EN 10025-3 S420JR
Tensile Strength
550-690 MPa
520-680 MPa
Yield Strength
450 MPa min
420 MPa min
Elongation
18-21%
17% min
Hardness
170-220 HB
170-220 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A572 Gr.65
Used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members.
EN 10025-3 S420JR
Used in bridges, heavy machinery frames, structural beams, offshore structures, and crane components.
Key Differences
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for EN 10025-3 S420JR.
EN 10025-3 S420JR specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A572 Gr.65.
Can ASTM A572 Gr.65 Be Substituted With EN 10025-3 S420JR?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 and EN 10025-3 S420JR 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 EN 10025-3 S420JR?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for EN 10025-3 S420JR. EN 10025-3 S420JR specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A572 Gr.65.
Can ASTM A572 Gr.65 be substituted with EN 10025-3 S420JR?
ASTM A572 Gr.65 and EN 10025-3 S420JR 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.