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EN 10025-3 S500 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50

Related Material — 60% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-3 S500 (EN 10025-3:2019) and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 (ASTM A1008) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. EN 10025-3 S500 is typically used for used in heavy structural sections, mining equipment, bridge fabrication, transport vehicles, and offshore structures., while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is commonly used for cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength. EN 10025-3 S500 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-3 S500 vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is a 90.1% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 60%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-3 S500:
CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A572 Gr.65 GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A283C ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
90.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
60%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-3 S500 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Standard EN 10025-3:2019 ASTM A1008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.22 max <=0.20
Si (%) 0.60 max <=0.50
Mn (%) 1.80 max <=1.35
P (%) 0.025 max <=0.040
S (%) 0.020 max <=0.040
Nb (%) 0.06 max Not specified
V (%) 0.12 max Not specified
Ti (%) 0.05 max Not specified
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 S500 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Tensile Strength 590-770 MPa 380 MPa min
Yield Strength 500 MPa min 340 MPa min
Elongation 16% min 14% min
Hardness 190-240 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10025-3 S500
Used in heavy structural sections, mining equipment, bridge fabrication, transport vehicles, and offshore structures.
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-3 S500 Be Substituted With ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
EN 10025-3 S500 and ASTM A1008 SS 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 10025-3 S500
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2800 mm (98.43–110.24 in)
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10025-3 S500
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ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-3 S500 and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
EN 10025-3 S500 specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50.
Can EN 10025-3 S500 be substituted with ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
EN 10025-3 S500 and ASTM A1008 SS 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.