CSA G40.21 350W vs AS/NZS Grade 500

Strong Match — 91.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

CSA G40.21 350W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) and AS/NZS Grade 500 (AS/NZS 3597:2008) 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 Grade 500 is commonly used for heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.. CSA G40.21 350W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada, while AS/NZS Grade 500 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 Grade 500 is a 91.8% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 91.8%.

Frequently Compared With CSA G40.21 350W:
AS/NZS 3679.1 350 IS 2062 E250B0 CSA G40.21 480W AS/NZS 1595 C350 AS/NZS 1595 C450 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 400W IS 2062 E250A GOST 19281 09G2S ASTM A572 Gr.65 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
91.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
91.8%
Specifications
Property CSA G40.21 350W AS/NZS Grade 500
Standard CSA G40.21-13 (R2023) AS/NZS 3597:2008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.23 max max 0.2
Mn (%) 0.50-1.50 max 1.6
Si (%) 0.15-0.40 max 0.55
P (%) 0.040 max max 0.03
S (%) 0.050 max max 0.03
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 Grade 500
Tensile Strength 450-620 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 350 MPa min Not specified
Elongation 20% min Not specified
Hardness 135-180 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
CSA G40.21 350W
Used in buildings, bridges, cranes, transmission towers, heavy equipment, and structural fabrications.
AS/NZS Grade 500
Heavy mining equipment, bulldozer blades, wear-resistant structural applications, large crane booms, offshore jackets.
Can CSA G40.21 350W Be Substituted With AS/NZS Grade 500?
CSA G40.21 350W and AS/NZS Grade 500 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS Grade 500 is often considered as a substitute for CSA G40.21 350W in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
CSA G40.21 350W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
AS/NZS Grade 500
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3100–3600 mm (122.05–141.73 in)
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CSA G40.21 350W
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AS/NZS Grade 500
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CSA G40.21 350W and AS/NZS Grade 500?
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 Grade 500?
CSA G40.21 350W and AS/NZS Grade 500 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AS/NZS Grade 500 is often considered as a substitute for CSA G40.21 350W in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.