Close Alternative — 73.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
CSA G40.21 480W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) and EN 10025-2 S500J0 (EN 10025-2:2019) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
CSA G40.21 480W is typically used for heavy cranes, offshore structures, high-rise building frames, pressure vessels, heavy mining equipment., while EN 10025-2 S500J0 is commonly used for hot rolled products of structural steels.
CSA G40.21 480W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada, while EN 10025-2 S500J0 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, CSA G40.21 480W vs EN 10025-2 S500J0 is a 90% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 40.5%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.5%.
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 480W
EN 10025-2 S500J0
Yield Strength
480 MPa min
>=500 MPa
Tensile Strength
590-790 MPa
580-760 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=15%
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 480W
Heavy cranes, offshore structures, high-rise building frames, pressure vessels, heavy mining equipment.
EN 10025-2 S500J0
Hot rolled products of structural steels
Key Differences
EN 10025-2 S500J0 specifies N, Cu, Nb, V which are not specified for CSA G40.21 480W.
Can CSA G40.21 480W Be Substituted With EN 10025-2 S500J0?
CSA G40.21 480W and EN 10025-2 S500J0 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 480W and EN 10025-2 S500J0?
EN 10025-2 S500J0 specifies N, Cu, Nb, V which are not specified for CSA G40.21 480W.
Can CSA G40.21 480W be substituted with EN 10025-2 S500J0?
CSA G40.21 480W and EN 10025-2 S500J0 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.