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GB/T 1591 Q420C vs GB/T 1591 Q420ME

Close Alternative — 82% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 1591 Q420C (GB/T 1591:2018) and GB/T 1591 Q420ME (GB/T 1591:2018) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. GB/T 1591 Q420C is typically used for general structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections), while GB/T 1591 Q420ME is commonly used for general structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections). GB/T 1591 Q420C is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while GB/T 1591 Q420ME is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 1591 Q420C vs GB/T 1591 Q420ME is a 89.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 82%.

Other Structural Steel Grades to Compare With GB/T 1591 Q420C:
GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A283C
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
66.7%
OVERALL
82%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1591 Q420C GB/T 1591 Q420ME
Standard GB/T 1591:2018 GB/T 1591:2018
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.20 <=0.16
Si (%) <=0.55 <=0.50
Mn (%) <=1.70 <=1.70
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.025
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.020
Nb (%) <=0.05 0.01-0.05
V (%) <=0.13 0.01-0.12
Ti (%) <=0.05 0.006-0.05
Cr (%) <=0.30 <=0.30
Ni (%) <=0.80 <=0.80
Cu (%) <=0.40 <=0.40
Mo (%) <=0.20 <=0.20
N (%) <=0.015 <=0.025
Al (%) Not specified >=0.015
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GB/T 1591 Q420C GB/T 1591 Q420ME
Tensile Strength 520-680 MPa 520-680 MPa
Yield Strength >=420 MPa >=420 MPa
Elongation >=20% >=19%
Condition 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 Thermomechanical processed (TMCP), nominal thickness or diameter up to 16 mm (tensile strength: up to 40 mm)
Typical Applications
GB/T 1591 Q420C
General structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections)
GB/T 1591 Q420ME
General structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections)
Key Differences
Can GB/T 1591 Q420C Be Substituted With GB/T 1591 Q420ME?
GB/T 1591 Q420C and GB/T 1591 Q420ME 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 1591 Q420C and GB/T 1591 Q420ME?
GB/T 1591 Q420ME specifies Al which is not specified for GB/T 1591 Q420C.
Can GB/T 1591 Q420C be substituted with GB/T 1591 Q420ME?
GB/T 1591 Q420C and GB/T 1591 Q420ME 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.