Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-5 S460J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) and ASTM A588 (ASTM A588) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category.
EN 10025-5 S460J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A588 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S460J2W vs ASTM A588 is a 76.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 14.8%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10025-5 S460J2W
ASTM A588
Tensile Strength
530-710 MPa
485-630 MPa
Yield Strength
>=460 MPa
345 MPa min
Elongation
>=17%
18-21%
Condition
Nominal thickness up to 16 mm for yield, 3 to 100 mm for tensile, 3 to 40 mm for elongation (Lo = 5.65 sqrt(S0), longitudinal); transverse values are lower, see blocks
Not specified
Hardness
Not specified
140-190 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10025-5 S460J2W
Not documented
ASTM A588
Used for bridges, railway wagons, transmission poles, architectural structures, containers, and outdoor construction.
Key Differences
EN 10025-5 S460J2W specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A588.
ASTM A588 specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S460J2W.
Can EN 10025-5 S460J2W Be Substituted With ASTM A588?
EN 10025-5 S460J2W and ASTM A588 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.
What is the difference between EN 10025-5 S460J2W and ASTM A588?
EN 10025-5 S460J2W specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A588. ASTM A588 specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S460J2W.
Can EN 10025-5 S460J2W be substituted with ASTM A588?
EN 10025-5 S460J2W and ASTM A588 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.