Hardox 500 steel equivalent

    
    HARDOX 500 is a wear-resistant steel plate manufactured by SSAB, a Swedish company. It is one of the most popular steel plates known for its high strength and excellent abrasion resistance. It is the preferred choice for industries requiring superior wear-resistant performance.
    
    HARDOX 500 is often compared to other steel plates such as AR400 and AR500. While both steel plates are highly wear-resistant, HARDOX 500 offers a unique combination of strength, toughness, and abrasion resistance that makes it superior to other wear-resistant grades. This makes HARDOX 500 an excellent choice for heavy wear applications such as wear chutes, bucket liners, and shelters.
    
    In comparison to other steel grades, HARDOX 500 offers superior hardness, up to 478 Brinell, and superior impact toughness. This combined with its excellent wear resistance makes HARDOX 500 an ideal choice for heavy-duty applications. Its high strength and wear resistance also make it a great choice for off-road applications such as armour plating and parts in off-road vehicles.
    
    HARDOX 500 is also frequently compared to other grades of stainless steel such as AISI 304 and AISI 316. While these grades of stainless steel offer superior corrosion resistance, they lack the wear-resistance and toughness of HARDOX 500. While HARDOX 500 offers superior corrosion resistance when compared to carbon steel plates, it is not a true stainless steel and should be used primarily in applications where wear-resistance is a primary concern.
    
    Overall, HARDOX 500 offers excellent performance and wear-resistance that make it an ideal choice for many heavy-duty applications. Its superior strength, toughness, and abrasion resistance make it superior to other wear-resistant grades and make it an excellent alternative to other steel plates such as AR400 and AR500, and stainless steels such as AISI 304 and AISI 316.