EN 10025-2 S460K2 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50

Related Material — 59.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-2 S460K2 (EN 10025-2:2019) and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 (ASTM A1008) 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 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is commonly used for cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength. EN 10025-2 S460K2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S460K2 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is a 89.3% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 59.6%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-2 S460K2:
CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A283C
Other Structural Steel Grades to Compare With EN 10025-2 S460K2:
GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A572 Gr.65
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
59.6%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-2 S460K2 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Standard EN 10025-2:2019 ASTM A1008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.20 <=0.20
Si (%) <=0.55 <=0.50
Mn (%) <=1.70 <=1.35
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.040
N (%) <=0.025 Not specified
Cu (%) <=0.55 Not specified
Nb (%) <=0.05 Not specified
V (%) <=0.13 Not specified
Ti (%) <=0.05 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 EN 10025-2 S460K2 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Tensile Strength 550-720 MPa 380 MPa min
Yield Strength >=460 MPa 340 MPa min
Elongation >=17% 14% min
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
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 Be Substituted With ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 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
EN 10025-2 S460K2
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ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
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EN 10025-2 S460K2
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ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-2 S460K2 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 specifies N, Cu, Nb, V which are not specified for ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50.
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 be substituted with ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 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.