Structural Steel

S275JR · 1.0044

Also known as St44-2 / A572 Gr.42

Mid-strength structural steel between S235 and S355.

S275JR (material 1.0044, formerly St44-2) is a low-carbon structural steel with a minimum yield of 275 MPa, sitting between S235 and S355. It offers a good balance of strength and weldability for structural frames, bars, cold-drawn bar and profiles.

International equivalents.

The same steel by country and standard — near matches; mill certificate governs.

S275JR (1.0044) · EN St44-2 · former DIN A572 Gr.42 (near) · ASTM Q275 · GB

Chemical composition.

Indicative, % by weight per EN 10025-2. Mill certificate governs.

Element%
C ≤ 0.21
Mn ≤ 1.50
P ≤ 0.035
S ≤ 0.035
N ≤ 0.012

Mechanical properties.

Indicative; depends on dimension and heat treatment.

Yield strength (Re)
≥ 275 MPa (≤ 16 mm)
Tensile strength (Rm)
410 – 560 MPa
Elongation (A)
≥ 23 %

Available forms.

Round bar Flat bar Square bar Equal angle Bright / cold-drawn bar Profile Plate / sheet

Size range: Bars Ø 8–250 mm · profiles per section

Typical applications.

  • Steel structures & frames
  • Machine bases
  • General fabrication
  • Construction
Standards: EN 10025-2EN 10277

FAQ.

What is S275JR?

S275JR (material 1.0044, formerly St44-2) is a low-carbon structural steel with a minimum yield of 275 MPa, sitting between S235 and S355. It offers a good balance of strength and weldability for structural frames, bars, cold-drawn bar and profiles.

Is S275JR the same as St44-2?

Yes — S275JR is the European (EN) designation, while St44-2, A572 Gr.42 are the matching names used in other countries and standards (for example AISI/SAE in the USA, JIS in Japan, GB in China, former DIN in Germany). They are near equivalents and may differ slightly in chemistry; the mill certificate governs the exact specification.

What are the international equivalents of S275JR?

S275JR corresponds to S275JR (1.0044) (EN), St44-2 (former DIN), A572 Gr.42 (near) (ASTM), Q275 (GB). Equivalents are nearest matches by country/standard; the mill certificate governs the exact specification.

In which forms is S275JR available?

S275JR is supplied as Round bar, Flat bar, Square bar, Equal angle, Bright / cold-drawn bar, Profile, Plate / sheet, in Bars Ø 8–250 mm · profiles per section.

What is S275JR used for?

Typical applications include Steel structures & frames, Machine bases, General fabrication, Construction.