Close Alternative — 77.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-2 S460K2 (EN 10025-2:2019) and CSA G40.21 400A (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
EN 10025-2 S460K2 is typically used for hot rolled products of structural steels, while CSA G40.21 400A is commonly used for atmospheric corrosion-resistant (weathering) structural steel; exposed bridge girders and structural members where high strength and weathering resistance are both needed.
EN 10025-2 S460K2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while CSA G40.21 400A is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S460K2 vs CSA G40.21 400A 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%.
Other Structural Steel Grades to Compare With EN 10025-2 S460K2:
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10025-2 S460K2
CSA G40.21 400A
Tensile Strength
550-720 MPa
520-670 MPa
Yield Strength
>=460 MPa
400 MPa min
Elongation
>=17%
17% min
Condition
Nominal thickness up to 16 mm (tensile for 3 to 100 mm, elongation for 3 to 40 mm), longitudinal test pieces
Not specified
Impact
Not specified
27J at 0°C
Typical Applications
EN 10025-2 S460K2
Hot rolled products of structural steels
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
Key Differences
EN 10025-2 S460K2 specifies N, Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for CSA G40.21 400A.
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 400A?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and CSA G40.21 400A 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 EN 10025-2 S460K2 and CSA G40.21 400A?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 specifies N, Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for CSA G40.21 400A.
Can EN 10025-2 S460K2 be substituted with CSA G40.21 400A?
EN 10025-2 S460K2 and CSA G40.21 400A 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.