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AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR vs EN 10025-5 S355J2W

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR (AS/NZS 3678:2016) and EN 10025-5 S355J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category. AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR is typically used for weather-resistant (corrosion-resistant) structural steel; exposed bridge and structural applications requiring atmospheric corrosion resistance, while EN 10025-5 S355J2W is commonly used for used for bridges, rail wagons, architectural structures, containers, transmission towers, and outdoor steelwork.. AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while EN 10025-5 S355J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR vs EN 10025-5 S355J2W is a 87.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 29.2%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR:
EN 10025-5 S355J0WP CSA G40.21 350A ASTM A588 JIS G3114 SMA400 EN 10025-5 S355J2WP CSA G40.21 50W ASTM A588 Grade A CSA G40.21 260WT ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W CSA G40.21 480A ASTM A588 Grade B EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
87.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
29.2%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR EN 10025-5 S355J2W
Standard AS/NZS 3678:2016 EN 10025-5:2019
Category Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering)
C (%) <=0.20 <=0.16
Mn (%) <=1.70 0.50-1.50
Si (%) <=0.50 <=0.50
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
Cu (%) 0.25-0.55 0.25-0.55
Cr (%) 0.40-0.80 0.40-0.80
Ni (%) <=0.65 Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR EN 10025-5 S355J2W
Tensile Strength 480-620 MPa 470-630 MPa
Yield Strength 350 MPa min >=355 MPa
Elongation 20% min >=22%
Condition Not specified Nominal thickness up to 16 mm for yield, 3 to 100 mm for tensile, 3 to 40 mm for elongation (Lo = 5.65 sqrt(S0), longitudinal); transverse values are lower, see blocks
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR
Weather-resistant (corrosion-resistant) structural steel; exposed bridge and structural applications requiring atmospheric corrosion resistance
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
Used for bridges, rail wagons, architectural structures, containers, transmission towers, and outdoor steelwork.
Key Differences
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S355J2W?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR and EN 10025-5 S355J2W share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2800 mm (98.43–110.24 in)
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2900–4400 mm (114.17–173.23 in)
On M-EX Right Now
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR
2 active listings and RFQs →
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR and EN 10025-5 S355J2W?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S355J2W.
Can AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR be substituted with EN 10025-5 S355J2W?
AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR and EN 10025-5 S355J2W share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.