Strong Match — 94.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-3 S460JR (EN 10025-3:2019) and AS/NZS Grade 500 (AS/NZS 3597:2008) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
EN 10025-3 S460JR is typically used for used in bridges, welded steel structures, industrial buildings, heavy trailers, and crane booms., while AS/NZS Grade 500 is commonly used for heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets..
EN 10025-3 S460JR 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 10025-3 S460JR vs AS/NZS Grade 500 is a 94.9% 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 94.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10025-3 S460JR
AS/NZS Grade 500
Tensile Strength
540-720 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
460 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
17% min
Not specified
Hardness
180-230 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10025-3 S460JR
Used in bridges, welded steel structures, industrial buildings, heavy trailers, and crane booms.
AS/NZS Grade 500
Heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.
Key Differences
EN 10025-3 S460JR specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for AS/NZS Grade 500.
Can EN 10025-3 S460JR Be Substituted With AS/NZS Grade 500?
EN 10025-3 S460JR 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 10025-3 S460JR 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 10025-3 S460JR and AS/NZS Grade 500?
EN 10025-3 S460JR specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for AS/NZS Grade 500.
Can EN 10025-3 S460JR be substituted with AS/NZS Grade 500?
EN 10025-3 S460JR 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 10025-3 S460JR in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.