Related Material — 62.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
CSA G40.21 350W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) and AS/NZS 1595 C450 (AS/NZS 1595:1998) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
CSA G40.21 350W is typically used for used in buildings, bridges, cranes, transmission towers, heavy equipment, and structural fabrications., while AS/NZS 1595 C450 is commonly used for higher-strength cold-rolled structural steel sheet; roll-forming, purlins, high-strength cold-formed sections.
CSA G40.21 350W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada, while AS/NZS 1595 C450 is defined under Australian/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS), originating from Australia/New Zealand.
As per chemical composition, CSA G40.21 350W vs AS/NZS 1595 C450 is a 94.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 62.7%.
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 350W
AS/NZS 1595 C450
Tensile Strength
450-620 MPa
500 MPa min
Yield Strength
350 MPa min
450 MPa min
Elongation
20% min
12% min
Hardness
135-180 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
CSA G40.21 350W
Used in buildings, bridges, cranes, transmission towers, heavy equipment, and structural fabrications.
Can CSA G40.21 350W Be Substituted With AS/NZS 1595 C450?
CSA G40.21 350W and AS/NZS 1595 C450 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 350W and AS/NZS 1595 C450?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can CSA G40.21 350W be substituted with AS/NZS 1595 C450?
CSA G40.21 350W and AS/NZS 1595 C450 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.