Close Alternative — 77.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
CSA G40.21 400A (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) and EN 10025-2 S460J0 (EN 10025-2:2019) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
CSA G40.21 400A is typically used for atmospheric corrosion-resistant (weathering) structural steel; exposed bridge girders and structural members where high strength and weathering resistance are both needed, while EN 10025-2 S460J0 is commonly used for hot rolled products of structural steels.
CSA G40.21 400A is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada, while EN 10025-2 S460J0 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, CSA G40.21 400A vs EN 10025-2 S460J0 is a 89.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 53.3%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 77.4%.
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 400A
EN 10025-2 S460J0
Tensile Strength
520-670 MPa
550-720 MPa
Yield Strength
400 MPa min
>=460 MPa
Elongation
17% min
>=17%
Impact
27J at 0°C
Not specified
Condition
Not specified
Nominal thickness up to 16 mm (tensile for 3 to 100 mm, elongation for 3 to 40 mm), longitudinal test pieces
Typical Applications
CSA G40.21 400A
Atmospheric corrosion-resistant (weathering) structural steel; exposed bridge girders and structural members where high strength and weathering resistance are both needed
EN 10025-2 S460J0
Hot rolled products of structural steels
Key Differences
EN 10025-2 S460J0 specifies N, Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for CSA G40.21 400A.
Can CSA G40.21 400A Be Substituted With EN 10025-2 S460J0?
CSA G40.21 400A and EN 10025-2 S460J0 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between CSA G40.21 400A and EN 10025-2 S460J0?
EN 10025-2 S460J0 specifies N, Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for CSA G40.21 400A.
Can CSA G40.21 400A be substituted with EN 10025-2 S460J0?
CSA G40.21 400A and EN 10025-2 S460J0 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.