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ASTM A572 Grade 50 vs EN 10025-2 S250

Related Material — 66.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A572 Grade 50 (ASTM A572) and EN 10025-2 S250 (EN 10025-2:2019) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. ASTM A572 Grade 50 is typically used for high-strength low-alloy structural steel; buildings, bridges, transmission towers, construction equipment, general structural fabrication, while EN 10025-2 S250 is commonly used for used for fabricated structures, beams, support frames, machinery bases, towers, and construction components.. ASTM A572 Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10025-2 S250 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A572 Grade 50 vs EN 10025-2 S250 is a 93.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 12.3%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 66.7%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A572 Grade 50:
ASTM A572 Gr.65 ASTM A283C GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
12.3%
OVERALL
66.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A572 Grade 50 EN 10025-2 S250
Standard ASTM A572 EN 10025-2:2019
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.23 0.20 max
Mn (%) <=1.35 1.50 max
Si (%) <=0.40 0.40 max
P (%) <=0.040 0.040 max
S (%) <=0.050 0.040 max
Nb (%) <=0.05 Not specified
V (%) <=0.15 Not specified
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 Grade 50 EN 10025-2 S250
Tensile Strength 450 MPa min 410-560 MPa
Yield Strength 345 MPa min 250 MPa min
Elongation 18% min 22-25%
Hardness 137-187 HB 120-170 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A572 Grade 50
High-strength low-alloy structural steel; buildings, bridges, transmission towers, construction equipment, general structural fabrication
EN 10025-2 S250
Used for fabricated structures, beams, support frames, machinery bases, towers, and construction components.
Key Differences
Can ASTM A572 Grade 50 Be Substituted With EN 10025-2 S250?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 and EN 10025-2 S250 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A572 Grade 50
Plate → (4 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–4600 mm (110.24–181.1 in)
EN 10025-2 S250
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3300–3500 mm (129.92–137.8 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A572 Grade 50
4 active listings and RFQs →
EN 10025-2 S250
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A572 Grade 50 and EN 10025-2 S250?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 specifies Nb, V which are not specified for EN 10025-2 S250.
Can ASTM A572 Grade 50 be substituted with EN 10025-2 S250?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 and EN 10025-2 S250 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.