IS 2062 E250B0 vs IS 2062 E165

Close Alternative — 73.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 2062 E250B0 (IS 2062:2011) and IS 2062 E165 (IS 2062:2006) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. IS 2062 E250B0 is typically used for structural sections, welded structures, bridges, transmission towers, industrial fabrication, engineering structures, while IS 2062 E165 is commonly used for structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes. IS 2062 E250B0 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 2062 E165 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, IS 2062 E250B0 vs IS 2062 E165 is a 93% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.1%.

Frequently Compared With IS 2062 E250B0:
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 IS 2062 E250A CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 300W IS 2062 E250B IS 2062 E250B0 IS 2062 E250BR
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
73.1%
Specifications
Property IS 2062 E250B0 IS 2062 E165
Standard IS 2062:2011 IS 2062:2006
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 <=0.25
Mn (%) <=1.50 <=1.25
Si (%) <=0.40 Not specified
S (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
CEV (%) <=0.41 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 E250B0 IS 2062 E165
Tensile Strength >=410 MPa >=290 MPa
Yield Strength 250 MPa (<=20mm) / 240 MPa (20-40mm) / 230 MPa (>40mm) 165 MPa (all thicknesses)
Elongation >=23% >=23%
Impact Energy >=27 J at 0°C Not specified
Impact Not specified not required
Typical Applications
IS 2062 E250B0
structural sections, welded structures, bridges, transmission towers, industrial fabrication, engineering structures
IS 2062 E165
Structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes
Key Differences
Can IS 2062 E250B0 Be Substituted With IS 2062 E165?
IS 2062 E250B0 and IS 2062 E165 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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IS 2062 E250B0
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Leg 1: 25–30 mm (0.98–1.18 in)
Leg 2: 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in)
Thickness: 3–5 mm (0.12–0.2 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 2062 E250B0 and IS 2062 E165?
IS 2062 E250B0 specifies Si, CEV which are not specified for IS 2062 E165.
Can IS 2062 E250B0 be substituted with IS 2062 E165?
IS 2062 E250B0 and IS 2062 E165 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.