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AS/NZS 3679.1 300 vs CSA G40.21 480W

Related Material — 66.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AS/NZS 3679.1 300 (AS/NZS 3679.1:2016) and CSA G40.21 480W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. AS/NZS 3679.1 300 is typically used for hot-rolled structural bars and sections for general structural framing, while CSA G40.21 480W is commonly used for heavy cranes, offshore structures, high-rise building frames, pressure vessels, heavy mining equipment.. AS/NZS 3679.1 300 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand, while CSA G40.21 480W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, AS/NZS 3679.1 300 vs CSA G40.21 480W is a 98.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 1.4%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 66.4%.

Frequently Compared With AS/NZS 3679.1 300:
IS 2062 E250B0 CSA G40.21 400W AS/NZS 1595 C450 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 AS/NZS 1595 C350 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 IS 2062 E250A ASTM A572 Grade 50 ASTM A572 Gr.65 CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 300W ASTM A283C
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
98.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
1.4%
OVERALL
66.4%
Specifications
Property AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 480W
Standard AS/NZS 3679.1:2016 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 max 0.23
Mn (%) <=1.70 max 1.7
Si (%) <=0.50 max 0.5
P (%) <=0.040 max 0.035
S (%) <=0.040 max 0.035
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 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 480W
Tensile Strength 440-600 MPa 590-790 MPa
Yield Strength 300 MPa min 480 MPa min
Elongation 22% min Not specified
Typical Applications
AS/NZS 3679.1 300
Hot-rolled structural bars and sections for general structural framing
CSA G40.21 480W
Heavy cranes, offshore structures, high-rise building frames, pressure vessels, heavy mining equipment.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 300 Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 480W?
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 and CSA G40.21 480W 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 3679.1 300
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–2700 mm (106.3–106.3 in)
CSA G40.21 480W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2900–3000 mm (114.17–118.11 in)
On M-EX Right Now
AS/NZS 3679.1 300
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CSA G40.21 480W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AS/NZS 3679.1 300 and CSA G40.21 480W?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can AS/NZS 3679.1 300 be substituted with CSA G40.21 480W?
AS/NZS 3679.1 300 and CSA G40.21 480W 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.