S690Q is a high-strength steel with a minimum yield strength of 690MPa, while A572 Grade 50 has a minimum yield strength of 50ksi
(approximately 345MPa). Therefore, S690Q is significantly stronger, with S690Q being a quenched and tempered steel designed for heavy-duty applications and A572 Grade 50 being a common high-strength, low-alloy (HSLA) steel for general structural purposes.
What is EN 10025-2 S690Q Sheet and Plates?
EN 10025-2 S690Q sheet and plates are high-strength structural steel with the composition of carbon, manganese, chromium, and molybdenum, providing excellent weldability and toughness. These plates have superior resistance to impact, fatigue, and wear. The key benefits are better durability, light construction, and less material consumption, which makes them ideal for construction, bridges, cranes, and industrial machinery under heavy loads.
EN 10025-2 S690Q Sheet and Plates Chemical Composition
| C | Si | Мn | P | S | N | B | Сr | Сu | Мо | Nb | Ni | V |
| 0.20 max.(%) | 0.80 max.(%) | 1.70 max.(%) | 0.020-0.025 | 0.010-0.015 | 0.015 max.(%) | 0.005 max.(%) | 1.50 max.(%) | 0.50 max.(%) | 0.70 max.(%) | 0.06 max.(%) | 2.00 max.(%) | 0.12 max.(%) |
EN 10025-2 S690Q Sheet and Plates Mechanical Properties
| Steel Grade | Thickness, mm | Yield strength, min MPa | Tensile strength, MPa | Elongation, min % |
| S690QL | ≥8 t ≤50 | 690 | 770-940 | 14 |
EN 10025-2 S690Q Sheet and Plates EQUIVALENT GRADE
| Standard | ASTM | DIN, WNr | JIS | AFNOR | ISO 4952 |
| EN 10025-2:2004 | A709-100 | TStE690V DILLIMAX 690 NAXTRA 70 | JFE HITEN 780LE | E690T E690TFP S690T | E690 |

What is ASTM A572 Gr 50 Steel
ASTM A572 Gr 50 is part of the astm a572 specification for HSLA columbium-vanadium structural steel, offering a minimum yield strength of 50 ksi (345 MPa). It's stronger than standard carbons like astm a36 a572, making it ideal for riveted, bolted, or welded structures. The steel's alloying elements enhance its resistance to atmospheric corrosion and fatigue, suitable for a572 gr 50 plate in bridges and high-rises. GNEE steel's a572 steel plate is dual-certified with a572 gr 50 equivalent material like A709 Gr 50 for versatility.
ASTM A572 Gr 50 Chemical Composition
The astm a572 gr 50 chemical composition is optimized for strength and weldability:
|
Element |
Composition (%) |
|---|---|
|
Carbon (C) |
≤ 0.23 |
|
Manganese (Mn) |
≤ 1.35 |
|
Phosphorus (P) |
≤ 0.04 |
|
Sulfur (S) |
≤ 0.05 |
|
Silicon (Si) |
≤ 0.40 |
|
Vanadium (V) |
0.01-0.15 |
|
Columbium (Nb) |
0.005-0.05 |
|
Copper (Cu, optional) |
≥ 0.20 |
ASTM A572 Gr 50 Mechanical Properties
The astm a572 gr 50 mechanical properties provide a strong foundation for structural use:
|
Property |
Value |
|---|---|
|
Yield Strength (Min) |
345 MPa (50 ksi) |
|
Tensile Strength (Min) |
450 MPa (65 ksi) |
|
Elongation (in 200mm) |
≥ 18% |
|
Elongation (in 50mm) |
≥ 21% |
|
Charpy Impact (at 0°C, optional) |
≥ 27 J |
Equivalent Grades of ASTM A572 Gr 50
The a572 gr 50 equivalent material varies by region but maintains similar properties:
|
Standard |
Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|
|
EN 10025 |
S355JR |
|
DIN 17100 |
St52-3 |
|
JIS G3106 |
SM490A |
|
GB/T 1591 |
Q345B / Q355B |
|
AS/NZS 3678 |
350 |
|
BS |
50B / 50C |
Typical Applications Of ASTM A572 Gr 50
Building Structures: Columns, beams, trusses, and framing for high-rise buildings, commercial complexes, industrial plants, and prefabricated structures (North America, South America, and ASTM-adopting markets).
Infrastructure: Highway bridges (short-to-medium span), guardrails, sign supports, and railway components.
Heavy-Duty Fabrication: Machine bases, brackets, storage racks, and trailer frames.
Pipe & Tubing: Structural pipes, pressure pipes, and welded tubing for construction and industrial systems.
Agricultural & Construction Machinery: Light-to-medium duty equipment components (e.g., tractor frames, loader buckets) where high strength-to-cost ratio is key.

Core Differences Between S690Q and A572 Grade 50
| Feature | S690Q | A572 Grade 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Standard | EN 10025-6 (European) | ASTM A572/A572M (American) |
| Yield Strength | ≥690MPa (2.0x higher than A572 Grade 50) | ≥345MPa (HSLA medium-strength class) |
| Tensile Strength | 870-1050MPa (1.8x higher than A572 Grade 50) | 470-620MPa (balanced strength-ductility) |
| Impact Toughness | ≥40J at -40℃ (superior cold resistance) | ≥27J at -20℃ (standard; optional lower temps) |
| Heat Treatment | Quenched + tempered (enhanced strength/toughness) | Controlled rolling (no specialized heat treatment; cost-efficient) |
| Strength-to-Weight Ratio | Excellent (enables 30-40% weight reduction vs. A572 Grade 50) | Good (1.38x higher than A36, but lower than S690Q) |
| Alloy Composition | Alloyed with Mn, Cr, Mo (high-strength alloy steel) | Alloyed with Nb, V, Ti (low-alloy steel for cost savings) |
| Cost | Premium (high-performance alloy steel) | Economical (value-engineered HSLA steel) |
| Key Application Focus | High-stress, weight-sensitive projects (machinery, offshore, long-span bridges) | Medium-stress applications (buildings, infrastructure, general fabrication) |
| Target Markets | Europe, Middle East, Africa, Australia (EN-standard regions) | North America, South America, Caribbean, ASTM-adopting Asian markets |
| Quality Certifications | EN 10204 3.1/3.2, CE marking | ASTM certification, mill test reports (MTRs) |
Why Choose GNEE Steel for S690Q or A572 Grade 50 Steel Plates?
GNEE Steel is a trusted supplier of high-quality S690Q ultra-high-strength steel plates and reliable A572 Grade 50 HSLA steel plates, fully compliant with EN 10025-6 and ASTM A572/A572M standards.
Our supply advantages include:
Dual Standard Compliance: Certifications for global standards (EN, ASTM, GB, ASME) to meet diverse project requirements across regions.
Customization Capabilities:
S690Q: Thickness 6mm-200mm, width 1500mm-4800mm, with precision cutting, drilling, and anti-corrosion surface treatments (hot-dip galvanizing, painting).
A572 Grade 50: Thickness 3mm-150mm, width 1200mm-4800mm, available in standard or custom lengths for fabrication flexibility.
Global Logistics & Documentation: Exported to Ecuador, Peru, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, USA, Australia, Singapore, and Vietnam, with complete documentation (certificate of origin, mill test report, compliance certificates) and on-time delivery.
Technical Expertise: Our engineering team provides material selection guidance, welding parameters, and application-specific solutions to optimize project performance and cost-efficiency.
For inquiries about S690Q high-strength structural steel, A572 Grade 50 low-alloy steel plates, or custom steel solutions, contact GNEE Steel today:
Phone: +86 15824687445
Email: alloy@gneesteelgroup.com
FAQ
What is the difference between S690Q and S690QL?
S690Q: Minimum impact toughness tested at -20°C (30J average). → Typical Use: Cranes in temperate climates, quarry equipment. S690QL: Certified for -40°C and below (≥40J impact toughness). → Critical Use: Arctic pipelines, offshore platforms, mining vehicles in Siberia.
What grade is S690QL material?
S690QL is a high strength quenched and tempered steel grade that complies to steel specification EN 10025. The designation S690QL refers to a minimum yield strength of 690 MPa.
What is S690 grade steel?
S690 high yield & fine grain steel plate is a high strength, quenched and tempered fine-grain structural steel. Structural steel S690 is used in structures that must withstand very heavy loads. This grade is meant for structures where weight savings is important.
What is the equivalent of S690 steel?
Approximate equivalents
ASTM A514, EN 10149-2 Grade S700MC, AS/NZS 3579 Grade 700, AM 700, Bisalloy 80.
What is the price of S690QL material?
S690QL High Strength Steel Plates, Thickness: 5mm to 150mm at 5,600-13,500 CNY per tonne (approx. 5.6-13.5 CNY per kilogram)/440-900 USD per tonne (approx. 0.44-0.90 USD per kilogram)
What is the hardness of S690 QL steel?
S690QL steel stockholders and suppliers. S690QL is a quenched and tempered high strength steel supplied in full plates or cut pieces with delivery to the whole of the UK. With its high yield of minimum 690MPa it offers better strength than standard carbon steel grades.
What is the effective use of high strength S690 steel in construction?
The high strength S690 steels have an excellent strength-to-self-weight ratio, and they are highly efficient to be used in heavily loaded structures. Typical applications include piles and columns in buildings and supporting members in bridges.
What is the difference between S890QL and S690QL?
S690QL, S890QL, and S960QL are all water quenched and tempered steels that comply with the EN10025:6:2004 specification. These ultra high strength steels have a minimum yield strength of 690 MPa, 890 MPa, and 960 Mpa respectively, making them ideal for use in the haulage sector.
What is the difference between S700MC and S690ql?
The S700MC Steel is basically a structural steel plate developed especially for applications requiring high yield strength. They are used for several load bearing applications. The S690ql is a low alloy structural steel which is high in strength and comes with good weldability.
What is the yield strength of s690 steel?
690 MPa.
Yield strength of 690 MPa. Used in structures bearing extremely heavy loads, such as bridges, offshore drilling rigs and buildings, as well as in heavy construction equipment and cranes.
What is the equivalent of ASTM A572 Gr 50 in EN standards?
EN S355JR, with similar astm a572 gr 50 yield strength.
What is ASTM A572 Gr 50 equivalent in JIS?
JIS SM490A, matching a572 gr 50 mechanical properties.
What is the Chinese equivalent of ASTM A572 Gr 50?
GB Q345B, often used as a572 gr 50 equivalent material.
What is the difference between A572 Gr.50 and A36 equivalent?
A572 Gr.50 has higher strength than A36.
Where can I buy ASTM A572 Gr.50 or equivalents in China?
GNEE steel, a top astm a572 gr 50 supplier.
What is the price of A572 Grade 50 equivalent steel per ton?
Contact GNEE steel for quotes on a572 steel properties.
| Grades Of Carbon and Low-alloy High-strength Steels Supplied By GNEE | |||||
| ASTM/ASME | ASTM A36/A36M | ASTM A36 | |||
| ASTM A283/A283M | ASTM A283 Grade A | ASTM A283 Grade B | ASTM A283 Grade C | ASTM A283 Grade D | |
| ASTM A514/A514M | ASTM A514 Grade A | ASTM A514 Grade B | ASTM A514 Grade C | ASTM A514 Grade E | |
| ASTM A514 Grade F | ASTM A514 Grade H | ASTM A514 Grade J | ASTM A514 Grade K | ||
| ASTM A514 Grade M | ASTM A514 Grade P | ASTM A514 Grade Q | ASTM A514 Grade R | ||
| ASTM A514 Grade S | ASTM A514 Grade T | ||||
| ASTM A572/A572M | ASTM A572 Grade 42 | ASTM A572 Grade 50 | ASTM A572 Grade 55 | ASTM A572 Grade 60 | |
| ASTM A572 Grade 65 | |||||
| ASTM A573/A573M | ASTM A573 Grade 58 | ASTM A573 Grade 65 | ASTM A573 Grade 70 | ||
| ASTM A588/A588M | ASTM A588 Grade A | ASTM A588 Grade B | ASTM A588 Grade C | ASTM A588 Grade K | |
| ASTM A633/A633M | ASTM A633 Grade A | ASTM A633 Grade C | ASTM A633 Grade D | ASTM A633 Grade E | |
| ASTM A656/A656M | ASTM A656 Grade 50 | ASTM A656 Grade 60 | ASTM A656 Grade 70 | ASTM A656 Grade 80 | |
| ASTM A709/A709M | ASTM A709 Grade 36 | ASTM A709 Grade 50 | ASTM A709 Grade 50S | ASTM A709 Grade 50W | |
| ASTM A709 Grade HPS 50W | ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W | ASTM A709 Grade 100 | ASTM A709 Grade 100W | ||
| ASTM A709 Grade HPS 100W | |||||
| ASME SA36/SA36M | ASME SA36 | ||||
| ASME SA283/SA283M | ASME SA283 Grade A | ASME SA283 Grade B | ASME SA283 Grade C | ASME SA283 Grade D | |
| ASME SA514/SA514M | ASME SA514 Grade A | ASME SA514 Grade B | ASME SA514 Grade C | ASME SA514 Grade E | |
| ASME SA514 Grade F | ASME SA514 Grade H | ASME SA514 Grade J | ASME SA514 Grade K | ||
| ASME SA514 Grade M | ASME SA514 Grade P | ASME SA514 Grade Q | ASME SA514 Grade R | ||
| ASME SA514 Grade S | ASME SA514 Grade T | ||||
| ASME SA572/SA572M | ASME SA572 Grade 42 | ASME SA572 Grade 50 | ASME SA572 Grade 55 | ASME SA572 Grade 60 | |
| ASME SA572 Grade 65 | |||||
| ASME SA573/SA573M | ASME SA573 Grade 58 | ASME SA573 Grade 65 | ASME SA573 Grade 70 | ||
| ASME SA588/SA588M | ASME SA588 Grade A | ASME SA588 Grade B | ASME SA588 Grade C | ASME SA588 Grade K | |
| ASME SA633/SA633M | ASME SA633 Grade A | ASME SA633 Grade C | ASME SA633 Grade D | ASME SA633 Grade E | |
| ASME SA656/SA656M | ASME SA656 Grade 50 | ASME SA656 Grade 60 | ASME SA656 Grade 70 | ASME SA656 Grade 80 | |
| ASME SA709/SA709M | ASME SA709 Grade 36 | ASME SA709 Grade 50 | ASME SA709 Grade 50S | ASME SA709 Grade 50W | |
| ASME SA709 Grade HPS 50W | ASME SA709 Grade HPS 70W | ASME SA709 Grade 100 | ASME SA709 Grade 100W | ||
| ASME SA709 Grade HPS 100W | |||||
| EN10025 | EN10025-2 | EN10025-2 S235J0 | EN10025-2 S275J0 | EN10025-2 S355J0 | EN10025-2 S355K2 |
| EN10025-2 S235JR | EN10025-2 S275JR | EN10025-2 S355JR | EN10025-2 S420J0 | ||
| EN10025-2 S235J2 | EN10025-2 S275J2 | EN10025-2 S355J2 | |||
| EN10025-3 | EN10025-3 S275N | EN10025-3 S355N | EN10025-3 S420N | EN10025-3 S460N | |
| EN10025-3 S275NL | EN10025-3 S355NL | EN10025-3 S420NL | EN10025-3 S460NL | ||
| EN10025-4 | EN10025-4 S275M | EN10025-4 S355M | EN10025-4 S420M | EN10025-4 S460M | |
| EN10025-4 S275ML | EN10025-4 S355ML | EN10025-4 S420ML | EN10025-4 S460ML | ||
| EN10025-6 | EN10025-6 S460Q | EN10025-6 S460QL | EN10025-6 S460QL1 | EN10025-6 S500Q | |
| EN10025-6 S500QL | EN10025-6 S500QL1 | EN10025-6 S550Q | EN10025-6 S550QL | ||
| EN10025-6 S550QL1 | EN10025-6 S620Q | EN10025-6 S620QL | EN10025-6 S620QL1 | ||
| EN10025-6 S690Q | EN10025-6 S690QL | EN10025-6 S690Q1 | EN10025-6 S890Q | ||
| EN10025-6 S890QL | EN10025-6 S890QL1 | EN10025-6 S960Q | EN10025-6 S960QL | ||
| EN 10149 | EN 10149-2 | S315MC | S355MC | S420MC | S460MC |
| S500MC | S550MC | S600MC | S650MC | ||
| S700MC | S900MC | S960MC | |||
| JIS | JIS G3101 | JIS G3101 SS330 | JIS G3101 SS400 | JIS G3101 SS490 | JIS G3101 SS540 |
| JIS G3106 | JIS G3106 SM400A | JIS G3106 SM400B | JIS G3106 SM400C | JIS G3106 SM490A | |
| JIS G3106 SM490YA | JIS G3106 SM490B | JIS G3106 SM490YB | JIS G3106 SM490C | ||
| JIS G3106 SM520B | JIS G3106 SM520C | JIS G3106 SM570 | |||
| DIN | DIN 17100 | DIN17100 St52-3 | DIN17100 St37-2 | DIN17100 St37-3 | DIN17100 RSt37-2 |
| DIN17100 USt37-2 | |||||
| DIN 17102 | DIN17102 StE315 | DIN17102 EStE315 | DIN17102 TStE315 | DIN17102 WStE315 | |
| DIN17102 StE355 | DIN17102 EStE355 | DIN17102 TStE355 | DIN17102 WStE355 | ||
| DIN17102 StE380 | DIN17102 EStE380 | DIN17102 TStE380 | DIN17102 WStE380 | ||
| DIN17102 StE420 | DIN17102 EStE420 | DIN17102 TStE420 | DIN17102 WStE420 | ||
| DIN17102 StE460 | DIN17102 EStE460 | DIN17102 TStE460 | DIN17102 WStE460 | ||
| DIN17102 StE500 | DIN17102 EStE500 | DIN17102 TStE500 | DIN17102 WStE500 | ||
| DIN17102 EStE285 | |||||
| GB | GB/T700 | GB/T700 Q235A | GB/T700 Q235B | GB/T700 Q235C | GB/T700 Q235D |
| GB/T700 Q275 | |||||
| GB/T1591 | GB/T1591 Q345A | GB/T1591 Q390A | GB/T1591 Q420A | GB/T1591 Q420E | |
| GB/T1591 Q345B | GB/T1591 Q390B | GB/T1591 Q420B | GB/T1591 Q460C | ||
| GB/T1591 Q345C | GB/T1591 Q390C | GB/T1591 Q420C | GB/T1591 Q460D | ||
| GB/T1591 Q345D | GB/T1591 Q390D | GB/T1591 Q420D | GB/T1591 Q460E | ||
| GB/T1591 Q345E | GB/T1591 Q390E | ||||
| GB/T16270 | GB/T16270 Q550C | GB/T16270 Q550D | GB/T16270 Q550E | GB/T16270 Q550F | |
| GB/T16270 Q620C | GB/T16270 Q620D | GB/T16270 Q620E | GB/T16270 Q620F | ||
| GB/T16270 Q690C | GB/T16270 Q690D | GB/T16270 Q690E | GB/T16270 Q690F | ||
| GB/T16270 Q800C | GB/T16270 Q800D | GB/T16270 Q800E | GB/T16270 Q800F | ||
| GB/T16270 Q890C | GB/T16270 Q890D | GB/T16270 Q890E | GB/T16270 Q890F | ||
| GB/T16270 Q960C | GB/T16270 Q960D | GB/T16270 Q960E | GB/T16270 Q960F | ||
| GB/T16270 Q500 | |||||






