What is the difference between NM500 and Hardox 500

    
    HARDOX 500 and NM500 are two different grades of wear-resistant steel. Both materials offer excellent resistance to various wear and tear, however, differences may exist between their contributions to the project and application.
    
    HARDOX 500 is a wear-resistant steel from the Swedish company SSAB, developed in the 1990s. It is highly abrasion-resistant, but also possesses outstanding strength and ductility, making it ideal for numerous heavy-duty industrial applications. Also, due to its high strength, it can be used in thin and light applications without a huge weight penalty. HARDOX 500 is widely used in mining, agriculture, and forestry equipment, as well as in construction and wear parts.
    
    NM500 is a low-alloy, abrasion-resistant steel developed by the Chinese company Nanjing Iron & Steel Group Co., Ltd. It was developed to increase the wear resistance of steel used in production, and can be identified by its minimum yield strength of 500MPa. It provides excellent wear resistance, weldability and excellent cold bending as well as shock, impact and cold forming capabilities. Due to its excellent wear resistance, NM500 is widely used in general engineering and construction applications and in segments like wear plates, construction machinery, and transportation machinery.
    
    The difference between HARDOX 500 and NM500 comes down to the application. While HARDOX 500 is suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications, NM500 is a better option for lighter wear parts making it more suitable for general engineering and construction. HARDOX 500 is technically superior thanks to its higher strength, whereas NM500 is more economical.
    
    Both HARDOX 500 and NM500 provide excellent resistance to wear and tear. Depending on the needs of the project, either material can be chosen to achieve the best results.