Strong Match — 99.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-5 S355J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) and EN 10025-5 S355J4W (EN 10025-5:2019) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category.
EN 10025-5 S355J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10025-5 S355J4W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S355J2W vs EN 10025-5 S355J4W is a 99.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 99.7%.
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
EN 10025-5 S355J4W
Tensile Strength
470-630 MPa
470-630 MPa
Yield Strength
>=355 MPa
>=355 MPa
Elongation
>=22%
>=22%
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
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
Typical Applications
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
Used for bridges, rail wagons, architectural structures, containers, transmission towers, and outdoor steelwork.
EN 10025-5 S355J4W
Not documented
Can EN 10025-5 S355J2W Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S355J4W?
EN 10025-5 S355J2W and EN 10025-5 S355J4W overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10025-5 S355J4W is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-5 S355J2W in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between EN 10025-5 S355J2W and EN 10025-5 S355J4W?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10025-5 S355J2W be substituted with EN 10025-5 S355J4W?
EN 10025-5 S355J2W and EN 10025-5 S355J4W overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10025-5 S355J4W is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-5 S355J2W in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.