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EN 10025-5 S420J4W vs CSA G40.21 480A

Related Material — 57.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-5 S420J4W (EN 10025-5:2019) and CSA G40.21 480A (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category. EN 10025-5 S420J4W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while CSA G40.21 480A is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S420J4W vs CSA G40.21 480A is a 84.2% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 5.1%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 57.8%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-5 S420J4W:
EN 10025-5 S420K2W EN 10025-5 S355J5W EN 10025-5 S420J2W EN 10025-5 S460J4W EN 10025-5 S460J5W CSA G40.21 260WT ASTM A588 ASTM A588 Grade B EN 10025-5 S420J5W EN 10025-5 S460J0W EN 10025-5 S460J2W
Other Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Grades to Compare With EN 10025-5 S420J4W:
CSA G40.21 350A
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
5.1%
OVERALL
57.8%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-5 S420J4W CSA G40.21 480A
Standard EN 10025-5:2019 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering)
C (%) <=0.20 <=0.23
Si (%) <=0.65 <=0.40
Mn (%) 0.50-1.35 <=1.60
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.025 <=0.035
N (%) <=0.025 Not specified
Cr (%) 0.40-0.80 0.40-0.65
Cu (%) 0.25-0.55 0.20-0.40
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 S420J4W CSA G40.21 480A
Tensile Strength 500-660 MPa 620-760 MPa
Yield Strength >=420 MPa 480 MPa min
Elongation >=19% 15% 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 0°C
Typical Applications
EN 10025-5 S420J4W
Not documented
CSA G40.21 480A
High-strength atmospheric corrosion-resistant (weathering) structural steel; heavy exposed structural members, bridge girders
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-5 S420J4W Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 480A?
EN 10025-5 S420J4W and CSA G40.21 480A 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 S420J4W
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CSA G40.21 480A
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–3400 mm (98.43–133.86 in)
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EN 10025-5 S420J4W
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CSA G40.21 480A
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-5 S420J4W and CSA G40.21 480A?
EN 10025-5 S420J4W specifies N which is not specified for CSA G40.21 480A.
Can EN 10025-5 S420J4W be substituted with CSA G40.21 480A?
EN 10025-5 S420J4W and CSA G40.21 480A 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.