Strong Match — 95.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-2 S460K2 (EN 10025-2:2019) and EN 10025-3 S460JR (EN 10025-3:2019) 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 EN 10025-3 S460JR is commonly used for used in bridges, welded steel structures, industrial buildings, heavy trailers, and crane booms..
EN 10025-2 S460K2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10025-3 S460JR is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S460K2 vs EN 10025-3 S460JR is a 94.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 98.1%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 95.5%.
Other Structural Steel Grades to Compare With EN 10025-2 S460K2:
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
EN 10025-3 S460JR
Tensile Strength
550-720 MPa
540-720 MPa
Yield Strength
>=460 MPa
460 MPa min
Elongation
>=17%
17% 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
Hardness
Not specified
180-230 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10025-2 S460K2
Hot rolled products of structural steels
EN 10025-3 S460JR
Used in bridges, welded steel structures, industrial buildings, heavy trailers, and crane booms.
Key Differences
EN 10025-2 S460K2 specifies N, Cu which are not specified for EN 10025-3 S460JR.
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 Be Substituted With EN 10025-3 S460JR?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and EN 10025-3 S460JR overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10025-3 S460JR 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 EN 10025-3 S460JR?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 specifies N, Cu which are not specified for EN 10025-3 S460JR.
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 be substituted with EN 10025-3 S460JR?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and EN 10025-3 S460JR overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10025-3 S460JR 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.