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GB/T 1591 Q500ME vs GB/T 1591 Q460MD

Close Alternative — 72.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 1591 Q500ME (GB/T 1591:2018) and GB/T 1591 Q460MD (GB/T 1591:2018) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. GB/T 1591 Q500ME is typically used for general structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections), while GB/T 1591 Q460MD is commonly used for general structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections). GB/T 1591 Q500ME is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while GB/T 1591 Q460MD is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 1591 Q500ME vs GB/T 1591 Q460MD is a 83.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 49.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 72.4%.

Other Structural Steel Grades to Compare With GB/T 1591 Q500ME:
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
83.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
49.3%
OVERALL
72.4%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1591 Q500ME GB/T 1591 Q460MD
Standard GB/T 1591:2018 GB/T 1591:2018
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.18 <=0.16
Si (%) <=0.60 <=0.60
Mn (%) <=1.80 <=1.70
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.020 <=0.025
Nb (%) 0.01-0.11 0.01-0.05
V (%) 0.01-0.12 0.01-0.12
Ti (%) 0.006-0.05 0.006-0.05
Cr (%) <=0.60 <=0.30
Ni (%) <=0.80 <=0.80
Cu (%) <=0.55 <=0.40
Mo (%) <=0.20 <=0.20
N (%) <=0.025 <=0.025
B (%) <=0.004 Not specified
Al (%) >=0.015 >=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 Q500ME GB/T 1591 Q460MD
Tensile Strength 610-770 MPa 540-720 MPa
Yield Strength >=500 MPa >=460 MPa
Elongation >=17% >=17%
Condition Thermomechanical processed (TMCP), nominal thickness or diameter up to 16 mm (tensile strength: 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 Q500ME
General structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections)
GB/T 1591 Q460MD
General structure for engineering (plates, strips, bars and sections)
Key Differences
Can GB/T 1591 Q500ME Be Substituted With GB/T 1591 Q460MD?
GB/T 1591 Q500ME and GB/T 1591 Q460MD 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 Q500ME and GB/T 1591 Q460MD?
GB/T 1591 Q500ME specifies B which is not specified for GB/T 1591 Q460MD.
Can GB/T 1591 Q500ME be substituted with GB/T 1591 Q460MD?
GB/T 1591 Q500ME and GB/T 1591 Q460MD 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.