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DIN 1654-2 C8C vs GB/T 700 Q235

Related Material — 64.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

DIN 1654-2 C8C (DIN 1654-2:1989-10) and GB/T 700 Q235 (GB/T 700-2006) are both steel grades. DIN 1654-2 C8C is classified under Carbon Steel, while GB/T 700 Q235 is classified under Structural Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. DIN 1654-2 C8C is typically used for wire drawing, cold heading, nails, while GB/T 700 Q235 is commonly used for general structural fabrication, bridges, buildings. DIN 1654-2 C8C is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany, while GB/T 700 Q235 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, DIN 1654-2 C8C vs GB/T 700 Q235 is a 96.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.6%.

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
96.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
64.6%
Specifications
Property DIN 1654-2 C8C GB/T 700 Q235
Standard DIN 1654-2:1989-10 GB/T 700-2006
Category Carbon Steel Structural Steel
C (%) ≤0.10 ≤0.22
Mn (%) 0.25–0.50 0.30–0.70
S (%) ≤0.040 ≤0.050
P (%) ≤0.040 ≤0.045
Si (%) Not specified ≤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 GB/T 700 Q235
Tensile Strength 300–420 MPa 375–500 MPa
Elongation ≥30% ≥26%
Yield Strength Not specified ≥235 MPa
Typical Applications
DIN 1654-2 C8C
Wire drawing, cold heading, nails
GB/T 700 Q235
General structural fabrication, bridges, buildings
Key Differences
Can DIN 1654-2 C8C Be Substituted With GB/T 700 Q235?
DIN 1654-2 C8C and GB/T 700 Q235 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)
GB/T 700 Q235
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3100–3700 mm (122.05–145.67 in)
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DIN 1654-2 C8C
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GB/T 700 Q235
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIN 1654-2 C8C and GB/T 700 Q235?
Different category: DIN 1654-2 C8C is Carbon Steel, GB/T 700 Q235 is Structural Steel. GB/T 700 Q235 specifies Si which is not specified for DIN 1654-2 C8C.
Can DIN 1654-2 C8C be substituted with GB/T 700 Q235?
DIN 1654-2 C8C and GB/T 700 Q235 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.