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%.
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.
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.