Related Material — 59% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10025-5 S420K2W (EN 10025-5:2019) and EN 10025-5 S235J0W (EN 10025-5:2019) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category.
EN 10025-5 S420K2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10025-5 S235J0W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S420K2W vs EN 10025-5 S235J0W is a 87.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 1.1%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 59%.
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 S420K2W
EN 10025-5 S235J0W
Tensile Strength
500-660 MPa
360-510 MPa
Yield Strength
>=420 MPa
>=235 MPa
Elongation
>=19%
>=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
Can EN 10025-5 S420K2W Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S235J0W?
EN 10025-5 S420K2W and EN 10025-5 S235J0W 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 S420K2W and EN 10025-5 S235J0W?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10025-5 S420K2W be substituted with EN 10025-5 S235J0W?
EN 10025-5 S420K2W and EN 10025-5 S235J0W 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.