EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 vs EN 10028-3 P460NL2

Related Material — 68.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 (EN 10028-2:2017) and EN 10028-3 P460NL2 (EN 10028-3:2017) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 is typically used for flat products for pressure purposes, while EN 10028-3 P460NL2 is commonly used for flat products for pressure equipment. EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10028-3 P460NL2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 vs EN 10028-3 P460NL2 is a 59.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 85.7%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 68.3%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
59.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
85.7%
OVERALL
68.3%
Specifications
Property EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 EN 10028-3 P460NL2
Standard EN 10028-2:2017 EN 10028-3:2017
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) <=0.17 <=0.20
Si (%) 0.25-0.50 <=0.60
Mn (%) 0.80-1.20 1.10-1.70
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.020
S (%) <=0.010 <=0.005
Al (%) >=0.015 >=0.020
N (%) <=0.020 <=0.025
Cr (%) <=0.30 <=0.30
Cu (%) 0.50-0.80 <=0.70
Mo (%) 0.25-0.50 <=0.10
Nb (%) 0.015-0.045 <=0.05
Ni (%) 1.00-1.30 <=0.80
Ti (%) Not specified <=0.03
V (%) Not specified <=0.20
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 EN 10028-3 P460NL2
Tensile Strength 610-780 MPa 570-730 MPa
Yield Strength >=460 MPa >=460 MPa
Elongation >=16% >=16%
Condition Usual delivery condition normalized and tempered (+NT), nominal thickness up to 40 mm; transverse direction, Yield Strength is ReH, Elongation is A Normalized, nominal thickness up to 16 mm
Typical Applications
EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4
Flat products for pressure purposes
EN 10028-3 P460NL2
Flat products for pressure equipment
Key Differences
Can EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 Be Substituted With EN 10028-3 P460NL2?
EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 and EN 10028-3 P460NL2 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 and EN 10028-3 P460NL2?
EN 10028-3 P460NL2 specifies Ti, V which are not specified for EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4.
Can EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 be substituted with EN 10028-3 P460NL2?
EN 10028-2 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 and EN 10028-3 P460NL2 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.