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EN 10025-2 S250 vs ASTM A572 Grade 50

Related Material — 66.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-2 S250 (EN 10025-2:2019) and ASTM A572 Grade 50 (ASTM A572) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. EN 10025-2 S250 is typically used for used for fabricated structures, beams, support frames, machinery bases, towers, and construction components., while ASTM A572 Grade 50 is commonly used for high-strength low-alloy structural steel; buildings, bridges, transmission towers, construction equipment, general structural fabrication. EN 10025-2 S250 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A572 Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S250 vs ASTM A572 Grade 50 is a 93.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 12.3%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 66.7%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-2 S250:
CSA G40.21 260W ASTM A283C CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 GOST 19281 09G2S ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
12.3%
OVERALL
66.7%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-2 S250 ASTM A572 Grade 50
Standard EN 10025-2:2019 ASTM A572
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.20 max <=0.23
Mn (%) 1.50 max <=1.35
Si (%) 0.40 max <=0.40
P (%) 0.040 max <=0.040
S (%) 0.040 max <=0.050
Nb (%) Not specified <=0.05
V (%) Not specified <=0.15
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 S250 ASTM A572 Grade 50
Tensile Strength 410-560 MPa 450 MPa min
Yield Strength 250 MPa min 345 MPa min
Elongation 22-25% 18% min
Hardness 120-170 HB 137-187 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10025-2 S250
Used for fabricated structures, beams, support frames, machinery bases, towers, and construction components.
ASTM A572 Grade 50
High-strength low-alloy structural steel; buildings, bridges, transmission towers, construction equipment, general structural fabrication
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-2 S250 Be Substituted With ASTM A572 Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S250 and ASTM A572 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 S250
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3300–3500 mm (129.92–137.8 in)
ASTM A572 Grade 50
Plate → (4 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–4600 mm (110.24–181.1 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10025-2 S250
2 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A572 Grade 50
4 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-2 S250 and ASTM A572 Grade 50?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 specifies Nb, V which are not specified for EN 10025-2 S250.
Can EN 10025-2 S250 be substituted with ASTM A572 Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S250 and ASTM A572 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.