CSA G40.21 260W vs AS/NZS 1595 C350

Related Material — 64.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

CSA G40.21 260W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) and AS/NZS 1595 C350 (AS/NZS 1595:1998) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. CSA G40.21 260W is typically used for bridges, buildings, general structural fabrication, storage tanks, older infrastructure projects., while AS/NZS 1595 C350 is commonly used for cold-rolled structural steel sheet; roll-forming, cold-formed structural sections, purlins. CSA G40.21 260W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada, while AS/NZS 1595 C350 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.

As per chemical composition, CSA G40.21 260W vs AS/NZS 1595 C350 is a 96.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.4%.

Frequently Compared With CSA G40.21 260W:
IS 2062 E250B0 AS/NZS 1595 C450 IS 2062 E250A CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A283C CSA G40.21 400A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 300W ASTM A572 Grade 50 ASTM A572 Gr.65 AS/NZS 3679.1 300
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
96.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
64.4%
Specifications
Property CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 1595 C350
Standard CSA G40.21-13 (R2023) AS/NZS 1595:1998
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) max 0.23 <=0.20
Mn (%) max 1.4 <=1.50
Si (%) max 0.4 <=0.50
P (%) max 0.035 <=0.040
S (%) max 0.035 <=0.040
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 1595 C350
Yield Strength 260 MPa min 350 MPa min
Tensile Strength 410-590 MPa 430 MPa min
Elongation Not specified 14% min
Typical Applications
CSA G40.21 260W
Bridges, buildings, general structural fabrication, storage tanks, older infrastructure projects.
AS/NZS 1595 C350
Cold-rolled structural steel sheet; roll-forming, cold-formed structural sections, purlins
Can CSA G40.21 260W Be Substituted With AS/NZS 1595 C350?
CSA G40.21 260W and AS/NZS 1595 C350 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
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)
AS/NZS 1595 C350
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–4600 mm (98.43–181.1 in)
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CSA G40.21 260W
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AS/NZS 1595 C350
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CSA G40.21 260W and AS/NZS 1595 C350?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can CSA G40.21 260W be substituted with AS/NZS 1595 C350?
CSA G40.21 260W and AS/NZS 1595 C350 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.