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EN 10025-2 S355J2 vs ASTM A572 Grade 50

Related Material — 58.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-2 S355J2 (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 S355J2 is typically used for used for bridges, offshore structures, cranes, construction equipment, structural frames, and heavy fabrication., 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 S355J2 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 S355J2 vs ASTM A572 Grade 50 is a 88.3% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 58.9%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-2 S355J2:
CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 400A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A283C
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
88.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
58.9%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-2 S355J2 ASTM A572 Grade 50
Standard EN 10025-2:2019 ASTM A572
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.24 <=0.23
Si (%) <=0.55 <=0.40
Mn (%) <=1.60 <=1.35
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.025 <=0.050
Cu (%) <=0.55 Not specified
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 S355J2 ASTM A572 Grade 50
Tensile Strength 470-630 MPa 450 MPa min
Yield Strength >=355 MPa 345 MPa min
Elongation >=22% 18% 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 137-187 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10025-2 S355J2
Used for bridges, offshore structures, cranes, construction equipment, structural frames, and heavy fabrication.
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 S355J2 Be Substituted With ASTM A572 Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S355J2 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 S355J2
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–2800 mm (110.24–110.24 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 S355J2
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 S355J2 and ASTM A572 Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S355J2 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A572 Grade 50. ASTM A572 Grade 50 specifies Nb, V which are not specified for EN 10025-2 S355J2.
Can EN 10025-2 S355J2 be substituted with ASTM A572 Grade 50?
EN 10025-2 S355J2 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.