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CSA G40.21 400W vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50

Related Material — 64.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

CSA G40.21 400W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 (ASTM A1008) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. CSA G40.21 400W is typically used for heavy structural fabrication, bridges, offshore platforms, cranes, pressure vessels, mining equipment., while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is commonly used for cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength. CSA G40.21 400W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada, while ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, CSA G40.21 400W vs ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 is a 97.3% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.8%.

Frequently Compared With CSA G40.21 400W:
AS/NZS 1595 C450 AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 IS 2062 E250A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 IS 2062 E250B0 GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 1595 C350 CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 400A ASTM A283C
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
97.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
64.8%
Specifications
Property CSA G40.21 400W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Standard CSA G40.21-13 (R2023) ASTM A1008
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) max 0.23 <=0.20
Mn (%) max 1.6 <=1.35
Si (%) max 0.5 <=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 400W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Yield Strength 400 MPa min 340 MPa min
Tensile Strength 520-690 MPa 380 MPa min
Elongation Not specified 14% min
Typical Applications
CSA G40.21 400W
Heavy structural fabrication, bridges, offshore platforms, cranes, pressure vessels, mining equipment.
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
Cold-rolled high-strength structural steel sheet; automotive structural components, cold-formed parts requiring moderate strength
Can CSA G40.21 400W Be Substituted With ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
CSA G40.21 400W and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 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 400W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–5200 mm (98.43–204.72 in)
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
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)
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CSA G40.21 400W
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ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CSA G40.21 400W and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can CSA G40.21 400W be substituted with ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50?
CSA G40.21 400W and ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 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.