GB/T 699 20Mn vs GB/T 699 25

Close Alternative — 80.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 699 20Mn (GB/T 699:2015) and GB/T 699 25 (GB/T 699:2015) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. GB/T 699 20Mn is typically used for hot-rolled or forged quality carbon structural steel bars up to 250 mm, while GB/T 699 25 is commonly used for hot-rolled or forged quality carbon structural steel bars up to 250 mm. GB/T 699 20Mn is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while GB/T 699 25 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 699 20Mn vs GB/T 699 25 is a 87.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 80.6%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 699 20Mn:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
87.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
66.7%
OVERALL
80.6%
Specifications
Property GB/T 699 20Mn GB/T 699 25
Standard GB/T 699:2015 GB/T 699:2015
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.17-0.23 0.22-0.29
Si (%) 0.17-0.37 0.17-0.37
Mn (%) 0.70-1.00 0.50-0.80
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.035
Cr (%) <=0.25 <=0.25
Ni (%) <=0.30 <=0.30
Cu (%) <=0.25 <=0.25
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 699 20Mn GB/T 699 25
Tensile Strength >=450 MPa >=450 MPa
Yield Strength >=275 MPa >=275 MPa
Elongation >=24% >=23%
Hardness <=197 HB (as delivered, not heat treated) Not specified
Condition Normalized 25 mm sample blank, bars up to 80 mm; hardness for delivery state Normalized 25 mm sample blank, bars up to 80 mm; hardness for delivery state
Typical Applications
GB/T 699 20Mn
Hot-rolled or forged quality carbon structural steel bars up to 250 mm
GB/T 699 25
Hot-rolled or forged quality carbon structural steel bars up to 250 mm
Can GB/T 699 20Mn Be Substituted With GB/T 699 25?
GB/T 699 20Mn and GB/T 699 25 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 699 20Mn and GB/T 699 25?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can GB/T 699 20Mn be substituted with GB/T 699 25?
GB/T 699 20Mn and GB/T 699 25 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.