Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
CSA G40.21 350A (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) and EN 10025-5 S235J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category.
CSA G40.21 350A is typically used for exposed structural steelwork, bridges, retaining walls, coastal infrastructure, architectural facades., while EN 10025-5 S235J2W is commonly used for weathering (atmospheric corrosion-resistant) structural steel; bridges, railway wagons, shipping containers, transmission towers, outdoor structures exposed without protective coating.
CSA G40.21 350A is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada, while EN 10025-5 S235J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, CSA G40.21 350A vs EN 10025-5 S235J2W is a 76.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 5.2%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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 350A
EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Yield Strength
350 MPa min
>=235 MPa
Tensile Strength
480-650 MPa
360-510 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=26%
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
CSA G40.21 350A specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S235J2W.
Can CSA G40.21 350A Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
CSA G40.21 350A and EN 10025-5 S235J2W 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.
What is the difference between CSA G40.21 350A and EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
CSA G40.21 350A specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S235J2W.
Can CSA G40.21 350A be substituted with EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
CSA G40.21 350A and EN 10025-5 S235J2W 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.