Strong Match — 92.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-2 S460K2 (EN 10025-2:2019) and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 (AS/NZS 3678:2016) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
EN 10025-2 S460K2 is typically used for hot rolled products of structural steels, while AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is commonly used for heavy cranes, offshore platforms, pressure vessels, structural members in high-rise construction, mining equipment..
EN 10025-2 S460K2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S460K2 vs AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is a 92.1% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 92.1%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10025-2 S460K2
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450
Tensile Strength
550-720 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=460 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=17%
Not specified
Condition
Nominal thickness up to 16 mm (tensile for 3 to 100 mm, elongation for 3 to 40 mm), longitudinal test pieces
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10025-2 S460K2
Hot rolled products of structural steels
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450
Heavy cranes, offshore platforms, pressure vessels, structural members in high-rise construction, mining equipment.
Key Differences
EN 10025-2 S460K2 specifies N, Cu, Nb, V which are not specified for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450.
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 Be Substituted With AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-2 S460K2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between EN 10025-2 S460K2 and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 specifies N, Cu, Nb, V which are not specified for AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450.
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 be substituted with AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS 3678 Grade 450 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-2 S460K2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.