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GB/T 700 Q235C vs CSA G40.21 300W

Related Material — 63.5% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 700 Q235C (GB/T 700:2006) and CSA G40.21 300W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. GB/T 700 Q235C is typically used for hot rolled structural sheets, strips, sections and bars for welding, riveting and bolting engineering, while CSA G40.21 300W is commonly used for structural fabrication,bridges,buildings,machinery frames,general construction,welded structures. GB/T 700 Q235C is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while CSA G40.21 300W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 700 Q235C vs CSA G40.21 300W is a 91.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 6.7%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 63.5%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 700 Q235C:
ASTM A283C CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A572 Gr.65
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
91.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
6.7%
OVERALL
63.5%
Specifications
Property GB/T 700 Q235C CSA G40.21 300W
Standard GB/T 700:2006 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.17 <=0.23
Si (%) <=0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) <=1.40 <=1.50
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.050
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GB/T 700 Q235C CSA G40.21 300W
Tensile Strength 370-500 MPa 450-620 MPa
Yield Strength >=235 MPa 300 MPa min
Elongation >=26% 20-23 %
Condition Hot rolled, controlled rolled or normalized; yield up to 16 mm, elongation up to 40 mm (N/mm2 = MPa) Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 700 Q235C
Hot rolled structural sheets, strips, sections and bars for welding, riveting and bolting engineering
CSA G40.21 300W
structural fabrication,bridges,buildings,machinery frames,general construction,welded structures
Key Differences
Can GB/T 700 Q235C Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 300W?
GB/T 700 Q235C and CSA G40.21 300W 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
GB/T 700 Q235C
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CSA G40.21 300W
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2700–2800 mm (106.3–110.24 in)
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GB/T 700 Q235C
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CSA G40.21 300W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 700 Q235C and CSA G40.21 300W?
GB/T 700 Q235C specifies Si which is not specified for CSA G40.21 300W.
Can GB/T 700 Q235C be substituted with CSA G40.21 300W?
GB/T 700 Q235C and CSA G40.21 300W 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.