EN 10025-5 S235J2W vs JIS G3114 SMA400

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-5 S235J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) and JIS G3114 SMA400 (JIS G 3114:2022) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category. EN 10025-5 S235J2W is typically used for weathering (atmospheric corrosion-resistant) structural steel; bridges, railway wagons, shipping containers, transmission towers, outdoor structures exposed without protective coating, while JIS G3114 SMA400 is commonly used for used in bridges, transmission towers, railway wagons, containers, and structural frameworks.. EN 10025-5 S235J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while JIS G3114 SMA400 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S235J2W vs JIS G3114 SMA400 is a 72.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 20.4%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-5 S235J2W:
CSA G40.21 350A EN 10025-5 S355J2WP ASTM A588 EN 10025-5 S355J2W EN 10025-5 S355J0WP ASTM A588 Grade A CSA G40.21 260WT CSA G40.21 50W AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W ASTM A588 Grade B CSA G40.21 480A
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
72.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
20.4%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-5 S235J2W JIS G3114 SMA400
Standard EN 10025-5:2019 JIS G 3114:2022
Category Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering)
C (%) <=0.13 0.18 max
Si (%) <=0.40 0.35-0.75
Mn (%) 0.20-0.60 0.60-1.40
P (%) <=0.035 0.035 max
S (%) <=0.030 0.035 max
Cr (%) 0.40-0.80 0.30-1.25
Cu (%) 0.25-0.55 0.20-0.50
Ni (%) Not specified 0.20-0.65
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 S235J2W JIS G3114 SMA400
Tensile Strength 360-510 MPa 400-540 MPa
Yield Strength >=235 MPa 245 MPa min
Elongation >=26% 17% 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
Hardness Not specified 120-170 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Weathering (atmospheric corrosion-resistant) structural steel; bridges, railway wagons, shipping containers, transmission towers, outdoor structures exposed without protective coating
JIS G3114 SMA400
Used in bridges, transmission towers, railway wagons, containers, and structural frameworks.
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-5 S235J2W Be Substituted With JIS G3114 SMA400?
EN 10025-5 S235J2W and JIS G3114 SMA400 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 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)
JIS G3114 SMA400
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–4100 mm (110.24–161.42 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10025-5 S235J2W
2 active listings and RFQs →
JIS G3114 SMA400
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-5 S235J2W and JIS G3114 SMA400?
JIS G3114 SMA400 specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S235J2W.
Can EN 10025-5 S235J2W be substituted with JIS G3114 SMA400?
EN 10025-5 S235J2W and JIS G3114 SMA400 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.