Strong Match — 98.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GB/T 700 Q235C (GB/T 700:2006) and GB/T 700 Q235A (GB/T 700:2006) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
GB/T 700 Q235C is typically used for hot rolled structural sheets, strips, sections and bars for welding, riveting and bolting engineering, while GB/T 700 Q235A is commonly used for structural sections, welded structures, general fabrication, machinery frames, steel plates, pipes.
GB/T 700 Q235C is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while GB/T 700 Q235A is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, GB/T 700 Q235C vs GB/T 700 Q235A is a 97.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 98.1%.
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 700 Q235C
GB/T 700 Q235A
Tensile Strength
370-500 MPa
370-500 MPa
Yield Strength
>=235 MPa
>=235 MPa
Elongation
>=26%
>=26%
Condition
Hot rolled, controlled rolled or normalized; yield up to 16 mm, elongation up to 40 mm (N/mm2 = MPa)
Hot rolled, controlled rolled or normalized; yield up to 16 mm, elongation up to 40 mm (N/mm2 = MPa)
Typical Applications
GB/T 700 Q235C
Hot rolled structural sheets, strips, sections and bars for welding, riveting and bolting engineering
Can GB/T 700 Q235C Be Substituted With GB/T 700 Q235A?
GB/T 700 Q235C and GB/T 700 Q235A overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that GB/T 700 Q235A is often considered as a substitute for GB/T 700 Q235C in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between GB/T 700 Q235C and GB/T 700 Q235A?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can GB/T 700 Q235C be substituted with GB/T 700 Q235A?
GB/T 700 Q235C and GB/T 700 Q235A overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that GB/T 700 Q235A is often considered as a substitute for GB/T 700 Q235C in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.