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IS 2062 E550BR vs CSA G40.21 400A

Related Material — 62.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 2062 E550BR (IS 2062:2009) and CSA G40.21 400A (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. IS 2062 E550BR is typically used for structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes, while CSA G40.21 400A is commonly used for atmospheric corrosion-resistant (weathering) structural steel; exposed bridge girders and structural members where high strength and weathering resistance are both needed. IS 2062 E550BR is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while CSA G40.21 400A is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, IS 2062 E550BR vs CSA G40.21 400A is a 93.4% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 62.3%.

Frequently Compared With IS 2062 E550BR:
ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 AS/NZS 1595 C450 AS/NZS 3679.1 350 CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 480W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A283C GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 300W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
62.3%
Specifications
Property IS 2062 E550BR CSA G40.21 400A
Standard IS 2062:2009 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.22 <=0.23
Mn (%) <=1.65 <=1.60
S (%) <=0.020 <=0.035
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.035
Si (%) <=0.50 <=0.40
CEV (%) <=0.50 Not specified
Cu (%) Not specified 0.20-0.40
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 E550BR CSA G40.21 400A
Tensile Strength >=650 MPa 520-670 MPa
Yield Strength 550 MPa (<20mm) / 530 MPa (20-40mm) / 520 MPa (>40mm) 400 MPa min
Elongation >=12% 17% min
Impact Energy >=15 J at room temperature (25 +/- 2°C) (optional) Not specified
Impact Not specified 27J at 0°C
Typical Applications
IS 2062 E550BR
Structural work: welded, bolted and riveted structures and general engineering purposes
CSA G40.21 400A
Atmospheric corrosion-resistant (weathering) structural steel; exposed bridge girders and structural members where high strength and weathering resistance are both needed
Key Differences
Can IS 2062 E550BR Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 400A?
IS 2062 E550BR and CSA G40.21 400A 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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IS 2062 E550BR
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CSA G40.21 400A
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–4200 mm (110.24–165.35 in)
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IS 2062 E550BR
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CSA G40.21 400A
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 2062 E550BR and CSA G40.21 400A?
IS 2062 E550BR specifies CEV which is not specified for CSA G40.21 400A. CSA G40.21 400A specifies Cu which is not specified for IS 2062 E550BR.
Can IS 2062 E550BR be substituted with CSA G40.21 400A?
IS 2062 E550BR and CSA G40.21 400A 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.