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EN 10028-2 P295GH vs GB/T 1591 Q390C

Related Material — 63.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10028-2 P295GH (EN 10028-2:2017) and GB/T 1591 Q390C (GB/T 1591:2018) are both steel grades. EN 10028-2 P295GH is classified under Carbon Steel, while GB/T 1591 Q390C is classified under Structural Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN 10028-2 P295GH is typically used for flat products for pressure purposes, while GB/T 1591 Q390C is commonly used for general structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections). EN 10028-2 P295GH is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while GB/T 1591 Q390C is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, EN 10028-2 P295GH vs GB/T 1591 Q390C is a 70.2% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 49.1%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 63.2%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
70.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
49.1%
OVERALL
63.2%
Specifications
Property EN 10028-2 P295GH GB/T 1591 Q390C
Standard EN 10028-2:2017 GB/T 1591:2018
Category Carbon Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.08-0.20 <=0.20
Si (%) <=0.40 <=0.55
Mn (%) 0.90-1.50 <=1.70
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.010 <=0.030
Nb (%) <=0.030 <=0.05
Al (%) >=0.020 Not specified
N (%) <=0.012 <=0.015
Cr (%) <=0.30 <=0.30
Cu (%) <=0.30 <=0.40
Mo (%) <=0.08 <=0.10
Ni (%) <=0.30 <=0.50
Ti (%) <=0.03 <=0.05
V (%) <=0.02 <=0.13
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 P295GH GB/T 1591 Q390C
Tensile Strength 460-580 MPa 490-650 MPa
Yield Strength >=295 MPa >=390 MPa
Elongation >=21% >=21%
Condition Usual delivery condition normalized (+N), nominal thickness up to 16 mm; transverse direction, Yield Strength is ReH, Elongation is A Hot-rolled (as-rolled), nominal thickness or diameter up to 16 mm for yield; tensile strength for up to 100 mm; elongation longitudinal, up to 40 mm
Typical Applications
EN 10028-2 P295GH
Flat products for pressure purposes
GB/T 1591 Q390C
General structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections)
Key Differences
Can EN 10028-2 P295GH Be Substituted With GB/T 1591 Q390C?
EN 10028-2 P295GH and GB/T 1591 Q390C 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 P295GH and GB/T 1591 Q390C?
Different category: EN 10028-2 P295GH is Carbon Steel, GB/T 1591 Q390C is Structural Steel. EN 10028-2 P295GH specifies Al which is not specified for GB/T 1591 Q390C.
Can EN 10028-2 P295GH be substituted with GB/T 1591 Q390C?
EN 10028-2 P295GH and GB/T 1591 Q390C 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.