Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-5 S355J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) and CSA G40.21 260WT (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category.
EN 10025-5 S355J2W is typically used for used for bridges, rail wagons, architectural structures, containers, transmission towers, and outdoor steelwork., while CSA G40.21 260WT is commonly used for weldable structural steel with guaranteed charpy v-notch low-temperature toughness; secondary members, stair stringers, bracing in cold-climate service.
EN 10025-5 S355J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while CSA G40.21 260WT is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S355J2W vs CSA G40.21 260WT is a 79.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 1.3%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
CSA G40.21 260WT
Tensile Strength
470-630 MPa
380-480 MPa
Yield Strength
>=355 MPa
260 MPa min
Elongation
>=22%
23% min
Condition
Nominal thickness up to 16 mm for yield, 3 to 100 mm for tensile, 3 to 40 mm for elongation (Lo = 5.65 sqrt(S0), longitudinal); transverse values are lower, see blocks
Not specified
Impact
Not specified
27J at -20°C
Typical Applications
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
Used for bridges, rail wagons, architectural structures, containers, transmission towers, and outdoor steelwork.
CSA G40.21 260WT
Weldable structural steel with guaranteed Charpy V-notch low-temperature toughness; secondary members, stair stringers, bracing in cold-climate service
Key Differences
CSA G40.21 260WT specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S355J2W.
Can EN 10025-5 S355J2W Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 260WT?
EN 10025-5 S355J2W and CSA G40.21 260WT 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.
What is the difference between EN 10025-5 S355J2W and CSA G40.21 260WT?
CSA G40.21 260WT specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S355J2W.
Can EN 10025-5 S355J2W be substituted with CSA G40.21 260WT?
EN 10025-5 S355J2W and CSA G40.21 260WT 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.