IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 vs ASTM A36

Strong Match — 89.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 (IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1):1979) and ASTM A36 (ASTM A36) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A36 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 vs ASTM A36 is a 89.3% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 89.3%.

Frequently Compared With IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2:
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
89.3%
Specifications
Property IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 ASTM A36
Standard IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1):1979 ASTM A36
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) <=0.05 ≤0.26
Mn (%) <=0.40 ≤1.20
Si (%) Not specified 0.15–0.40
P (%) Not specified ≤0.040
S (%) Not specified ≤0.050
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 ASTM A36
Tensile Strength Not specified 400–550 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified 250 MPa min
Elongation Not specified ≥23%
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
Not documented
ASTM A36
Structural fabrication, bridges, buildings, machinery parts, flanges
Key Differences
Can IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 Be Substituted With ASTM A36?
IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 and ASTM A36 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A36 is often considered as a substitute for IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
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ASTM A36
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5600–6500 mm (220.47–255.91 in)
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2700 mm (98.43–106.3 in)
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IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2
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ASTM A36
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 and ASTM A36?
ASTM A36 specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2.
Can IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 be substituted with ASTM A36?
IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 and ASTM A36 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A36 is often considered as a substitute for IS 1570 (Part 2/Sec 1) 2C2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.