Related Material — 57.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G3114 SMA400 (JIS G 3114:2022) and CSA G40.21 260WT (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) category.
JIS G3114 SMA400 is typically used for used in bridges, transmission towers, railway wagons, containers, and structural frameworks., while CSA G40.21 260WT is commonly used for weldable structural steel with guaranteed charpy v-notch low-temperature toughness; secondary members, stair stringers, bracing in cold-climate service.
JIS G3114 SMA400 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while CSA G40.21 260WT is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.
As per chemical composition, JIS G3114 SMA400 vs CSA G40.21 260WT is a 77.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 16.7%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 57.5%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G3114 SMA400
CSA G40.21 260WT
Tensile Strength
400-540 MPa
380-480 MPa
Yield Strength
245 MPa min
260 MPa min
Elongation
17% min
23% min
Hardness
120-170 HB
Not specified
Impact
Not specified
27J at -20°C
Typical Applications
JIS G3114 SMA400
Used in bridges, transmission towers, railway wagons, containers, and structural frameworks.
CSA G40.21 260WT
Weldable structural steel with guaranteed Charpy V-notch low-temperature toughness; secondary members, stair stringers, bracing in cold-climate service
Can JIS G3114 SMA400 Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 260WT?
JIS G3114 SMA400 and CSA G40.21 260WT 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.
What is the difference between JIS G3114 SMA400 and CSA G40.21 260WT?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G3114 SMA400 be substituted with CSA G40.21 260WT?
JIS G3114 SMA400 and CSA G40.21 260WT 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.