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EN 10025-3 S460 vs CSA G40.21 400W

Close Alternative — 73.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-3 S460 (EN 10025-3:2019) and CSA G40.21 400W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. EN 10025-3 S460 is typically used for used in structural frameworks, lifting equipment, pressure-support structures, transport chassis, and construction machinery., while CSA G40.21 400W is commonly used for heavy structural fabrication, bridges, offshore platforms, cranes, pressure vessels, mining equipment.. EN 10025-3 S460 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while CSA G40.21 400W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-3 S460 vs CSA G40.21 400W is a 91.3% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 37.5%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.3%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-3 S460:
CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 480W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 300W GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A283C ASTM A572 Gr.65 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
91.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
37.5%
OVERALL
73.3%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-3 S460 CSA G40.21 400W
Standard EN 10025-3:2019 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.20 max max 0.23
Si (%) 0.60 max max 0.5
Mn (%) 1.70 max max 1.6
P (%) 0.025 max max 0.035
S (%) 0.020 max max 0.035
Nb (%) 0.06 max Not specified
V (%) 0.12 max Not specified
Ti (%) 0.05 max Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10025-3 S460 CSA G40.21 400W
Tensile Strength 540-720 MPa 520-690 MPa
Yield Strength 460 MPa min 400 MPa min
Elongation 17% min Not specified
Hardness 180-230 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10025-3 S460
Used in structural frameworks, lifting equipment, pressure-support structures, transport chassis, and construction machinery.
CSA G40.21 400W
Heavy structural fabrication, bridges, offshore platforms, cranes, pressure vessels, mining equipment.
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-3 S460 Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 400W?
EN 10025-3 S460 and CSA G40.21 400W 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN 10025-3 S460
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–4400 mm (106.3–173.23 in)
CSA G40.21 400W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–5200 mm (98.43–204.72 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10025-3 S460
2 active listings and RFQs →
CSA G40.21 400W
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-3 S460 and CSA G40.21 400W?
EN 10025-3 S460 specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for CSA G40.21 400W.
Can EN 10025-3 S460 be substituted with CSA G40.21 400W?
EN 10025-3 S460 and CSA G40.21 400W 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.