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ASTM A572 Grade 50 vs CSA G40.21 260W

Related Material — 63.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A572 Grade 50 (ASTM A572) and CSA G40.21 260W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. ASTM A572 Grade 50 is typically used for high-strength low-alloy structural steel; buildings, bridges, transmission towers, construction equipment, general structural fabrication, while CSA G40.21 260W is commonly used for bridges, buildings, general structural fabrication, storage tanks, older infrastructure projects.. ASTM A572 Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while CSA G40.21 260W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A572 Grade 50 vs CSA G40.21 260W is a 94.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 63.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A572 Grade 50:
ASTM A572 Gr.65 ASTM A283C GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
94.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
63.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A572 Grade 50 CSA G40.21 260W
Standard ASTM A572 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.23 max 0.23
Mn (%) <=1.35 max 1.4
Si (%) <=0.40 max 0.4
P (%) <=0.040 max 0.035
S (%) <=0.050 max 0.035
Nb (%) <=0.05 Not specified
V (%) <=0.15 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 ASTM A572 Grade 50 CSA G40.21 260W
Tensile Strength 450 MPa min 410-590 MPa
Yield Strength 345 MPa min 260 MPa min
Elongation 18% min Not specified
Hardness 137-187 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A572 Grade 50
High-strength low-alloy structural steel; buildings, bridges, transmission towers, construction equipment, general structural fabrication
CSA G40.21 260W
Bridges, buildings, general structural fabrication, storage tanks, older infrastructure projects.
Key Differences
Can ASTM A572 Grade 50 Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 260W?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 and CSA G40.21 260W 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
ASTM A572 Grade 50
Plate → (4 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–4600 mm (110.24–181.1 in)
CSA G40.21 260W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3400–4000 mm (133.86–157.48 in)
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ASTM A572 Grade 50
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CSA G40.21 260W
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A572 Grade 50 and CSA G40.21 260W?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 specifies Nb, V which are not specified for CSA G40.21 260W.
Can ASTM A572 Grade 50 be substituted with CSA G40.21 260W?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 and CSA G40.21 260W 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.