IS 2062 E165 vs IS 2062 E250A

Close Alternative — 73.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 2062 E165 (IS 2062:2006) and IS 2062 E250A (IS 2062:2006) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. IS 2062 E165 is typically used for structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes, while IS 2062 E250A is commonly used for structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes. IS 2062 E165 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 2062 E250A is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, IS 2062 E165 vs IS 2062 E250A is a 93.4% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.4%.

Frequently Compared With IS 2062 E165:
IS 2062 E250A IS 2062 E250B IS 2062 E250BR CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 400A IS 2062 E250B0 IS 2062 E250A GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
73.4%
Specifications
Property IS 2062 E165 IS 2062 E250A
Standard IS 2062:2006 IS 2062:2006
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.25 <=0.23
Mn (%) <=1.25 <=1.50
S (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
Si (%) Not specified <=0.40
CEV (%) Not specified <=0.42
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 E165 IS 2062 E250A
Tensile Strength >=290 MPa >=410 MPa
Yield Strength 165 MPa (all thicknesses) 250 MPa (<20mm) / 240 MPa (20-40mm) / 230 MPa (>40mm)
Elongation >=23% >=23%
Impact not required not required
Typical Applications
IS 2062 E165
Structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes
IS 2062 E250A
Structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes
Key Differences
Can IS 2062 E165 Be Substituted With IS 2062 E250A?
IS 2062 E165 and IS 2062 E250A 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 2062 E165 and IS 2062 E250A?
IS 2062 E250A specifies Si, CEV which are not specified for IS 2062 E165.
Can IS 2062 E165 be substituted with IS 2062 E250A?
IS 2062 E165 and IS 2062 E250A 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.