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DIN 1654-2 C8C vs ASTM A105

Related Material — 59% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

DIN 1654-2 C8C (DIN 1654-2:1989-10) and ASTM A105 (ASTM A105) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. DIN 1654-2 C8C is typically used for wire drawing, cold heading, nails, while ASTM A105 is commonly used for flanges, fittings, valves, pressure piping components, forged pressure vessel parts. DIN 1654-2 C8C is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany, while ASTM A105 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, DIN 1654-2 C8C vs ASTM A105 is a 88.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 59%.

Frequently Compared With DIN 1654-2 C8C:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
88.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
59%
Specifications
Property DIN 1654-2 C8C ASTM A105
Standard DIN 1654-2:1989-10 ASTM A105
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) ≤0.10 ≤0.35
Mn (%) 0.25–0.50 0.60–1.05
S (%) ≤0.040 ≤0.040
P (%) ≤0.040 ≤0.035
Si (%) Not specified 0.10–0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property DIN 1654-2 C8C ASTM A105
Tensile Strength 300–420 MPa 485 MPa min
Elongation ≥30% ≥22%
Yield Strength Not specified 250 MPa min
Hardness Not specified ≤197 HB
Typical Applications
DIN 1654-2 C8C
Wire drawing, cold heading, nails
ASTM A105
Flanges, fittings, valves, pressure piping components, forged pressure vessel parts
Key Differences
Can DIN 1654-2 C8C Be Substituted With ASTM A105?
DIN 1654-2 C8C and ASTM A105 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
DIN 1654-2 C8C
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5300–6100 mm (208.66–240.16 in)
ASTM A105
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 6100–7000 mm (240.16–275.59 in)
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DIN 1654-2 C8C
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ASTM A105
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIN 1654-2 C8C and ASTM A105?
ASTM A105 specifies Si which is not specified for DIN 1654-2 C8C.
Can DIN 1654-2 C8C be substituted with ASTM A105?
DIN 1654-2 C8C and ASTM A105 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.