Structural Steel - EN Grades
EN S460 - Very High Strength Grade
European standard very high-strength structural steel with 460 MPa yield for long-span bridges and high-stress components requiring maximum strength-to-weight efficiency.
Material Type
EN S460 - Very High Strength Grade
Mechanical Properties
Yield Strength: ~460 MPa
Tensile Strength: 550-720 MPa
Key Features
- Very high strength - Maximum load capacity
- High strength-to-weight efficiency
- Reduced material thickness possible
- Good weldability with proper procedures
- Specialized applications
Applications
- Long-span bridge structures
- High-stress building components
- Crane booms
- Heavy lifting equipment
- Specialized industrial structures