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IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A vs CSA G40.21 260W

Related Material — 63.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A (IS 2062 (Part 1):2025) and CSA G40.21 260W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A is typically used for structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes, while CSA G40.21 260W is commonly used for bridges, buildings, general structural fabrication, storage tanks, older infrastructure projects.. IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while CSA G40.21 260W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A vs CSA G40.21 260W is a 95.4% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 63.6%.

Frequently Compared With IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A:
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A283C GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 400A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 AS/NZS 3679.1 300 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A572 Gr.65
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
95.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
63.6%
Specifications
Property IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A CSA G40.21 260W
Standard IS 2062 (Part 1):2025 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 max 0.23
Mn (%) <=1.70 max 1.4
Si (%) <=0.50 max 0.4
S (%) <=0.020 max 0.035
P (%) <=0.025 max 0.035
CEV (%) <=0.54 Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A CSA G40.21 260W
Tensile Strength >=650 MPa 410-590 MPa
Yield Strength 550 MPa (<=16mm) / 530 MPa (16-40mm) / 520 MPa (40-100mm) 260 MPa min
Elongation >=12% (<=40mm) Not specified
Impact not required Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A
Structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes
CSA G40.21 260W
Bridges, buildings, general structural fabrication, storage tanks, older infrastructure projects.
Key Differences
Can IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 260W?
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A and CSA G40.21 260W 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
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A
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CSA G40.21 260W
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3400–4000 mm (133.86–157.48 in)
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IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A
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CSA G40.21 260W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A and CSA G40.21 260W?
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A specifies CEV which is not specified for CSA G40.21 260W.
Can IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A be substituted with CSA G40.21 260W?
IS 2062 (Part 1) E550A and CSA G40.21 260W 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.