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EN 10025-5 S355J2W vs EN 10025-5 S235J2W

Related Material — 62.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-5 S355J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) and EN 10025-5 S235J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) 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 EN 10025-5 S235J2W is commonly used for weathering (atmospheric corrosion-resistant) structural steel; bridges, railway wagons, shipping containers, transmission towers, outdoor structures exposed without protective coating. EN 10025-5 S355J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10025-5 S235J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S355J2W vs EN 10025-5 S235J2W is a 91.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 4.9%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 62.9%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-5 S355J2W:
ASTM A588 JIS G3114 SMA400 EN 10025-5 S355J0WP EN 10025-5 S355J2WP CSA G40.21 350A ASTM A588 Grade A AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR CSA G40.21 50W CSA G40.21 260WT ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W CSA G40.21 480A ASTM A588 Grade B
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
91.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
4.9%
OVERALL
62.9%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-5 S355J2W EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Standard EN 10025-5:2019 EN 10025-5:2019
Category Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering)
C (%) <=0.16 <=0.13
Si (%) <=0.50 <=0.40
Mn (%) 0.50-1.50 0.20-0.60
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 0.40-0.80 0.40-0.80
Cu (%) 0.25-0.55 0.25-0.55
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 S235J2W
Tensile Strength 470-630 MPa 360-510 MPa
Yield Strength >=355 MPa >=235 MPa
Elongation >=22% >=26%
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 S235J2W
Weathering (atmospheric corrosion-resistant) structural steel; bridges, railway wagons, shipping containers, transmission towers, outdoor structures exposed without protective coating
Can EN 10025-5 S355J2W Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
EN 10025-5 S355J2W and EN 10025-5 S235J2W 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2900–4400 mm (114.17–173.23 in)
EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–3600 mm (110.24–141.73 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10025-5 S355J2W
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EN 10025-5 S235J2W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-5 S355J2W and EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
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 S235J2W?
EN 10025-5 S355J2W and EN 10025-5 S235J2W 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.