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IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR vs ASTM A572 Gr.65

Related Material — 60.5% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR (IS 2062 (Part 1):2025) and ASTM A572 Gr.65 (ASTM A572) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR is typically used for structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes, while ASTM A572 Gr.65 is commonly used for used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members.. IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A572 Gr.65 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR vs ASTM A572 Gr.65 is a 90.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 60.5%.

Frequently Compared With IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR:
CSA G40.21 480W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400A GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A283C CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 CSA G40.21 400W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
90.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
60.5%
Specifications
Property IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR ASTM A572 Gr.65
Standard IS 2062 (Part 1):2025 ASTM A572
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 0.23 max
Mn (%) <=1.70 1.35 max
Si (%) <=0.50 0.40 max
S (%) <=0.020 0.050 max
P (%) <=0.025 0.040 max
CEV (%) <=0.54 Not specified
V (%) Not specified 0.15 max
Nb (%) Not specified 0.05 max
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR ASTM A572 Gr.65
Tensile Strength >=650 MPa 550-690 MPa
Yield Strength 550 MPa (<=16mm) / 530 MPa (16-40mm) / 520 MPa (40-100mm) 450 MPa min
Elongation >=12% (<=40mm) 18-21%
Impact Energy >=15 J at room temperature (optional) Not specified
Hardness Not specified 170-220 HB
Typical Applications
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR
Structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes
ASTM A572 Gr.65
Used for bridges, buildings, transmission towers, construction equipment, offshore structures, and structural members.
Key Differences
Can IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR Be Substituted With ASTM A572 Gr.65?
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR and ASTM A572 Gr.65 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
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR
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ASTM A572 Gr.65
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2600–4400 mm (102.36–173.23 in)
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IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR and ASTM A572 Gr.65?
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR specifies CEV which is not specified for ASTM A572 Gr.65. ASTM A572 Gr.65 specifies V, Nb which are not specified for IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR.
Can IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR be substituted with ASTM A572 Gr.65?
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550BR and ASTM A572 Gr.65 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.