EN 10028-3 P355NL1 vs ASTM A537/A537M Class 1

Related Material — 65% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10028-3 P355NL1 (EN 10028-3:2017) and ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 (ASTM A537/A537M:2013) are both steel grades. EN 10028-3 P355NL1 is classified under Alloy Steel, while ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 is classified under Carbon Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN 10028-3 P355NL1 is typically used for flat products for pressure equipment, while ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 is commonly used for fusion welded pressure vessels and structures. EN 10028-3 P355NL1 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10028-3 P355NL1 vs ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 is a 73.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 63.2%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
63.2%
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property EN 10028-3 P355NL1 ASTM A537/A537M Class 1
Standard EN 10028-3:2017 ASTM A537/A537M:2013
Category Alloy Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) <=0.18 <=0.24
Si (%) <=0.50 0.15-0.50
Mn (%) 1.10-1.70 0.70-1.35
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.025
S (%) <=0.008 <=0.025
Al (%) >=0.020 Not specified
N (%) <=0.012 Not specified
Cr (%) <=0.30 <=0.25
Cu (%) <=0.30 <=0.35
Mo (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Nb (%) <=0.05 Not specified
Ni (%) <=0.50 <=0.25
Ti (%) <=0.03 Not specified
V (%) <=0.10 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 10028-3 P355NL1 ASTM A537/A537M Class 1
Tensile Strength 490-630 MPa 485-620 MPa
Yield Strength >=355 MPa >=345 MPa
Elongation >=22% >=22%
Condition Normalized, nominal thickness up to 16 mm Normalized, thickness 65 mm and under; elongation in 50 mm gauge length
Typical Applications
EN 10028-3 P355NL1
Flat products for pressure equipment
ASTM A537/A537M Class 1
Fusion welded pressure vessels and structures
Key Differences
Can EN 10028-3 P355NL1 Be Substituted With ASTM A537/A537M Class 1?
EN 10028-3 P355NL1 and ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 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 10028-3 P355NL1 and ASTM A537/A537M Class 1?
Different category: EN 10028-3 P355NL1 is Alloy Steel, ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 is Carbon Steel. EN 10028-3 P355NL1 specifies Al, N, Nb, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A537/A537M Class 1.
Can EN 10028-3 P355NL1 be substituted with ASTM A537/A537M Class 1?
EN 10028-3 P355NL1 and ASTM A537/A537M Class 1 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.