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EN 10025-3 S500 vs ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60

Close Alternative — 70.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-3 S500 (EN 10025-3:2019) and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 (ASTM A572/A572M:2021) 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 A572/A572M Grade 60 is commonly used for riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications. EN 10025-3 S500 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-3 S500 vs ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 is a 89.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 70.9%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-3 S500:
CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A572 Gr.65 CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A283C
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
70.9%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-3 S500 ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60
Standard EN 10025-3:2019 ASTM A572/A572M:2021
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.22 max <=0.26
Si (%) 0.60 max <=0.40
Mn (%) 1.80 max <=1.35
P (%) 0.025 max <=0.030
S (%) 0.020 max <=0.030
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 A572/A572M Grade 60
Tensile Strength 590-770 MPa >=520 MPa
Yield Strength 500 MPa min >=415 MPa
Elongation 16% min >=16%
Hardness 190-240 HB Not specified
Condition Not specified Tension test per Table 4; one set of minimum values for all product thicknesses; Elongation is in 200 mm gauge length, 50 mm values in the tensile block
Typical Applications
EN 10025-3 S500
Used in heavy structural sections, mining equipment, bridge fabrication, transport vehicles, and offshore structures.
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60
Riveted or bolted bridge construction, or riveted, bolted or welded construction in other applications
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-3 S500 Be Substituted With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60?
EN 10025-3 S500 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 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.
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EN 10025-3 S500
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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 A572/A572M Grade 60
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-3 S500 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60?
EN 10025-3 S500 specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60.
Can EN 10025-3 S500 be substituted with ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60?
EN 10025-3 S500 and ASTM A572/A572M Grade 60 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.