Close Alternative — 73.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-2 S500J0 (EN 10025-2:2019) and CSA G40.21 480W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
EN 10025-2 S500J0 is typically used for hot rolled products of structural steels, while CSA G40.21 480W is commonly used for heavy cranes, offshore structures, high-rise building frames, pressure vessels, heavy mining equipment..
EN 10025-2 S500J0 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while CSA G40.21 480W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S500J0 vs CSA G40.21 480W 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
EN 10025-2 S500J0
CSA G40.21 480W
Tensile Strength
580-760 MPa
590-790 MPa
Yield Strength
>=500 MPa
480 MPa min
Elongation
>=15%
Not specified
Condition
Nominal thickness up to 16 mm (tensile for 3 to 100 mm, elongation for 3 to 40 mm), longitudinal test pieces
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10025-2 S500J0
Hot rolled products of structural steels
CSA G40.21 480W
Heavy cranes, offshore structures, high-rise building frames, pressure vessels, heavy mining equipment.
Key Differences
EN 10025-2 S500J0 specifies N, Cu, Nb, V which are not specified for CSA G40.21 480W.
Can EN 10025-2 S500J0 Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 480W?
EN 10025-2 S500J0 and CSA G40.21 480W 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 S500J0 and CSA G40.21 480W?
EN 10025-2 S500J0 specifies N, Cu, Nb, V which are not specified for CSA G40.21 480W.
Can EN 10025-2 S500J0 be substituted with CSA G40.21 480W?
EN 10025-2 S500J0 and CSA G40.21 480W 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.