HARDO X400 vs Hardox 500

    
    The two steel products HARDOX 400 and HARDOX 500, both produced by SSAB, have remarkable properties that make them ideal for a variety of uses, especially in the construction industry. Both are high-strength low-alloy steels, meaning they contain many of the same elements but differ in their hardness and tensile strength.
    
    HARDOX 400 has a lower yield strength than HARDOX 500, meaning it will bend rather than break when its maximum load is reached. For this reason, HARDOX 400 is ideal for parts that require resistance to wear, such as ground engaging tools. It also has excellent welding properties, meaning it can be used to form complex shapes with ease.
    
    HARDOX 500 is designed for superior abrasion resistance and is designated with a Brinell hardness of 500HBW (Brinell hardness is a measure of the hardness of a material). This makes it the perfect steel to use in applications that are subject to extreme wear and tear, such as dump truck beds. It also has a higher yield strength than HARDOX 400, meaning it has a higher breaking point and can resist more pressure, making it ideal for the construction and mining industries.
    
    For the most part, HARDOX 500 tends to be the more expensive option due to its superior hardness and strength. HARDOX 400 tends to be the more cost-effective choice, as it provides very good strength and wear resistance at a lower cost.
    
    Both HARDOX 400 and HARDOX 500 have proven to be popular and effective tools in many industries, but it really comes down to selecting the right steel for the job. If extreme wear and tear is a concern, then HARDOX 500 is the wise choice. If cost and ease of fabrication is paramount, then HARDOX 400 is the better choice.