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IS 2062 E550A vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50

Related Material — 63.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 2062 E550A (IS 2062:2009) and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 (ASTM A1008) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. IS 2062 E550A is typically used for structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is commonly used for cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength. IS 2062 E550A is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 2062 E550A vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is a 95.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 63.8%.

Frequently Compared With IS 2062 E550A:
AS/NZS 1595 C450 CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 400W ASTM A283C CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 480W GOST 19281 09G2S ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
95.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
63.8%
Specifications
Property IS 2062 E550A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Standard IS 2062:2009 ASTM A1008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 <=0.20
Mn (%) <=1.65 <=1.35
S (%) <=0.020 <=0.040
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.040
Si (%) <=0.50 <=0.50
CEV (%) <=0.50 Not specified
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 E550A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Tensile Strength >=650 MPa 380 MPa min
Yield Strength 550 MPa (<20mm) / 530 MPa (20-40mm) / 520 MPa (>40mm) 340 MPa min
Elongation >=12% 14% min
Impact not required Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 2062 E550A
Structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength
Key Differences
Can IS 2062 E550A Be Substituted With ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
IS 2062 E550A and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 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.
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ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 2062 E550A and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
IS 2062 E550A specifies CEV which is not specified for ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50.
Can IS 2062 E550A be substituted with ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
IS 2062 E550A and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 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.