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EN 10025-5 S355J2WP vs EN 10025-5 S420J2W

Related Material — 62.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-5 S355J2WP (EN 10025-5:2019) and EN 10025-5 S420J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category. EN 10025-5 S355J2WP is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10025-5 S420J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-5 S355J2WP vs EN 10025-5 S420J2W is a 81.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 22.8%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 62.1%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-5 S355J2WP:
CSA G40.21 350A EN 10025-5 S355J2W EN 10025-5 S355J0WP ASTM A588 Grade A AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR ASTM A588 JIS G3114 SMA400 CSA G40.21 50W EN 10025-5 S235J2W CSA G40.21 260WT CSA G40.21 480A ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
81.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
22.8%
OVERALL
62.1%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-5 S355J2WP EN 10025-5 S420J2W
Standard EN 10025-5:2019 EN 10025-5:2019
Category Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering)
C (%) <=0.12 <=0.20
Si (%) <=0.75 <=0.65
Mn (%) <=1.0 0.50-1.35
P (%) 0.06-0.15 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 0.30-1.25 0.40-0.80
Cu (%) 0.25-0.55 0.25-0.55
N (%) Not specified <=0.025
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 S355J2WP EN 10025-5 S420J2W
Tensile Strength 470-630 MPa 500-660 MPa
Yield Strength >=355 MPa >=420 MPa
Elongation >=22% >=19%
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 S355J2WP
High-phosphorus weathering steel for enhanced patina formation, improved low-temperature toughness; containers, smokestacks, freight wagons, silos, pylons, bridges, architectural exposed structures
EN 10025-5 S420J2W
Not documented
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-5 S355J2WP Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S420J2W?
EN 10025-5 S355J2WP and EN 10025-5 S420J2W 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.
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EN 10025-5 S355J2WP
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3900–4200 mm (153.54–165.35 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-5 S355J2WP and EN 10025-5 S420J2W?
EN 10025-5 S420J2W specifies N which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S355J2WP.
Can EN 10025-5 S355J2WP be substituted with EN 10025-5 S420J2W?
EN 10025-5 S355J2WP and EN 10025-5 S420J2W 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.