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EN 10025-3 S500 vs EN 10025-3 S460

Close Alternative — 76.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-3 S500 (EN 10025-3:2019) and EN 10025-3 S460 (EN 10025-3:2019) 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 EN 10025-3 S460 is commonly used for used in structural frameworks, lifting equipment, pressure-support structures, transport chassis, and construction machinery.. EN 10025-3 S500 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10025-3 S460 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-3 S500 vs EN 10025-3 S460 is a 98.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 30.8%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 76.2%.

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 A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A283C
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
98.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
30.8%
OVERALL
76.2%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-3 S500 EN 10025-3 S460
Standard EN 10025-3:2019 EN 10025-3:2019
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.22 max 0.20 max
Si (%) 0.60 max 0.60 max
Mn (%) 1.80 max 1.70 max
P (%) 0.025 max 0.025 max
S (%) 0.020 max 0.020 max
Nb (%) 0.06 max 0.06 max
V (%) 0.12 max 0.12 max
Ti (%) 0.05 max 0.05 max
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 EN 10025-3 S460
Tensile Strength 590-770 MPa 540-720 MPa
Yield Strength 500 MPa min 460 MPa min
Elongation 16% min 17% min
Hardness 190-240 HB 180-230 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10025-3 S500
Used in heavy structural sections, mining equipment, bridge fabrication, transport vehicles, and offshore structures.
EN 10025-3 S460
Used in structural frameworks, lifting equipment, pressure-support structures, transport chassis, and construction machinery.
Can EN 10025-3 S500 Be Substituted With EN 10025-3 S460?
EN 10025-3 S500 and EN 10025-3 S460 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.
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)
EN 10025-3 S460
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–4400 mm (106.3–173.23 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10025-3 S500
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EN 10025-3 S460
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-3 S500 and EN 10025-3 S460?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10025-3 S500 be substituted with EN 10025-3 S460?
EN 10025-3 S500 and EN 10025-3 S460 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.