Close Alternative — 72.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10028-3 P420NL2 (EN 10028-3:2017) and EN 10028-3 P460NL2 (EN 10028-3:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN 10028-3 P420NL2 is typically used for flat products for pressure equipment, while EN 10028-3 P460NL2 is commonly used for flat products for pressure equipment.
EN 10028-3 P420NL2 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 10028-3 P420NL2 vs EN 10028-3 P460NL2 is a 97.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 21.1%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 72.2%.
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 P420NL2
EN 10028-3 P460NL2
Tensile Strength
540-690 MPa
570-730 MPa
Yield Strength
>=420 MPa
>=460 MPa
Elongation
>=19%
>=16%
Condition
Normalized, nominal thickness up to 16 mm
Normalized, nominal thickness up to 16 mm
Typical Applications
EN 10028-3 P420NL2
Flat products for pressure equipment
EN 10028-3 P460NL2
Flat products for pressure equipment
Can EN 10028-3 P420NL2 Be Substituted With EN 10028-3 P460NL2?
EN 10028-3 P420NL2 and EN 10028-3 P460NL2 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.
What is the difference between EN 10028-3 P420NL2 and EN 10028-3 P460NL2?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10028-3 P420NL2 be substituted with EN 10028-3 P460NL2?
EN 10028-3 P420NL2 and EN 10028-3 P460NL2 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.