Close Alternative — 81.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-3 S460JR (EN 10025-3:2019) and EN 10025-3 S420JR (EN 10025-3:2019) 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 EN 10025-3 S420JR is commonly used for used in bridges, heavy machinery frames, structural beams, offshore structures, and crane components..
EN 10025-3 S460JR is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10025-3 S420JR is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-3 S460JR vs EN 10025-3 S420JR is a 93.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 59.2%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 81.9%.
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
EN 10025-3 S420JR
Tensile Strength
540-720 MPa
520-680 MPa
Yield Strength
460 MPa min
420 MPa min
Elongation
17% min
17% min
Hardness
180-230 HB
170-220 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10025-3 S460JR
Used in bridges, welded steel structures, industrial buildings, heavy trailers, and crane booms.
EN 10025-3 S420JR
Used in bridges, heavy machinery frames, structural beams, offshore structures, and crane components.
Key Differences
EN 10025-3 S460JR specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for EN 10025-3 S420JR.
EN 10025-3 S420JR specifies N which is not specified for EN 10025-3 S460JR.
Can EN 10025-3 S460JR Be Substituted With EN 10025-3 S420JR?
EN 10025-3 S460JR and EN 10025-3 S420JR are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between EN 10025-3 S460JR and EN 10025-3 S420JR?
EN 10025-3 S460JR specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for EN 10025-3 S420JR. EN 10025-3 S420JR specifies N which is not specified for EN 10025-3 S460JR.
Can EN 10025-3 S460JR be substituted with EN 10025-3 S420JR?
EN 10025-3 S460JR and EN 10025-3 S420JR are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.