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GB/T 700 Q235 vs DIN 1654-2 C8C

Related Material — 64.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 700 Q235 (GB/T 700-2006) and DIN 1654-2 C8C (DIN 1654-2:1989-10) are both steel grades. GB/T 700 Q235 is classified under Structural Steel, while DIN 1654-2 C8C is classified under Carbon Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. GB/T 700 Q235 is typically used for general structural fabrication, bridges, buildings, while DIN 1654-2 C8C is commonly used for wire drawing, cold heading, nails. GB/T 700 Q235 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while DIN 1654-2 C8C is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 700 Q235 vs DIN 1654-2 C8C is a 96.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.6%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
96.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
64.6%
Specifications
Property GB/T 700 Q235 DIN 1654-2 C8C
Standard GB/T 700-2006 DIN 1654-2:1989-10
Category Structural Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) ≤0.22 ≤0.10
Mn (%) 0.30–0.70 0.25–0.50
Si (%) ≤0.35 Not specified
S (%) ≤0.050 ≤0.040
P (%) ≤0.045 ≤0.040
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 Q235 DIN 1654-2 C8C
Tensile Strength 375–500 MPa 300–420 MPa
Yield Strength ≥235 MPa Not specified
Elongation ≥26% ≥30%
Typical Applications
GB/T 700 Q235
General structural fabrication, bridges, buildings
DIN 1654-2 C8C
Wire drawing, cold heading, nails
Key Differences
Can GB/T 700 Q235 Be Substituted With DIN 1654-2 C8C?
GB/T 700 Q235 and DIN 1654-2 C8C share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
GB/T 700 Q235
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3100–3700 mm (122.05–145.67 in)
DIN 1654-2 C8C
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5300–6100 mm (208.66–240.16 in)
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GB/T 700 Q235
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DIN 1654-2 C8C
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 700 Q235 and DIN 1654-2 C8C?
Different category: GB/T 700 Q235 is Structural Steel, DIN 1654-2 C8C is Carbon Steel. GB/T 700 Q235 specifies Si which is not specified for DIN 1654-2 C8C.
Can GB/T 700 Q235 be substituted with DIN 1654-2 C8C?
GB/T 700 Q235 and DIN 1654-2 C8C share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.