EN 10025-2 S235JR vs AS/NZS Grade 500

Strong Match — 87.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-2 S235JR (EN 10025-2:2019) and AS/NZS Grade 500 (AS/NZS 3597:2008) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. EN 10025-2 S235JR is typically used for structural fabrication, bridges, buildings, general engineering, while AS/NZS Grade 500 is commonly used for heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.. EN 10025-2 S235JR is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while AS/NZS Grade 500 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S235JR vs AS/NZS Grade 500 is a 87.2% 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 87.2%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-2 S235JR:
CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 480W ASTM A283C ASTM A572 Gr.65 GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 400W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
87.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
87.2%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-2 S235JR AS/NZS Grade 500
Standard EN 10025-2:2019 AS/NZS 3597:2008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.17 max 0.2
Mn (%) <=1.40 max 1.6
P (%) <=0.035 max 0.03
S (%) <=0.035 max 0.03
N (%) <=0.012 Not specified
Cu (%) <=0.55 Not specified
Si (%) Not specified max 0.55
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 S235JR AS/NZS Grade 500
Tensile Strength 360-510 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=235 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=26% 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 S235JR
Structural fabrication, bridges, buildings, general engineering
AS/NZS Grade 500
Heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-2 S235JR Be Substituted With AS/NZS Grade 500?
EN 10025-2 S235JR and AS/NZS Grade 500 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS Grade 500 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-2 S235JR in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN 10025-2 S235JR
Plate → (3 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3300–5100 mm (129.92–200.79 in)
AS/NZS Grade 500
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3100–3600 mm (122.05–141.73 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10025-2 S235JR
3 active listings and RFQs →
AS/NZS Grade 500
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-2 S235JR and AS/NZS Grade 500?
EN 10025-2 S235JR specifies N, Cu which are not specified for AS/NZS Grade 500. AS/NZS Grade 500 specifies Si which is not specified for EN 10025-2 S235JR.
Can EN 10025-2 S235JR be substituted with AS/NZS Grade 500?
EN 10025-2 S235JR and AS/NZS Grade 500 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS Grade 500 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-2 S235JR in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.