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JIS G3114 SMA400 vs EN 10025-5 S235J2W

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G3114 SMA400 (JIS G 3114:2022) and EN 10025-5 S235J2W (EN 10025-5:2019) 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 EN 10025-5 S235J2W is commonly used for weathering (atmospheric corrosion-resistant) structural steel; bridges, railway wagons, shipping containers, transmission towers, outdoor structures exposed without protective coating. JIS G3114 SMA400 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while EN 10025-5 S235J2W is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, JIS G3114 SMA400 vs EN 10025-5 S235J2W is a 72.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 20.4%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G3114 SMA400:
EN 10025-5 S355J2W AS/NZS 3678 Grade 350WR CSA G40.21 350A ASTM A588 ASTM A588 Grade A EN 10025-5 S355J0WP CSA G40.21 260WT EN 10025-5 S355J2WP ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W CSA G40.21 50W CSA G40.21 480A ASTM A588 Grade B
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
72.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
20.4%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property JIS G3114 SMA400 EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Standard JIS G 3114:2022 EN 10025-5:2019
Category Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering)
C (%) 0.18 max <=0.13
Si (%) 0.35-0.75 <=0.40
Mn (%) 0.60-1.40 0.20-0.60
P (%) 0.035 max <=0.035
S (%) 0.035 max <=0.030
Cu (%) 0.20-0.50 0.25-0.55
Cr (%) 0.30-1.25 0.40-0.80
Ni (%) 0.20-0.65 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 JIS G3114 SMA400 EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Tensile Strength 400-540 MPa 360-510 MPa
Yield Strength 245 MPa min >=235 MPa
Elongation 17% min >=26%
Hardness 120-170 HB Not specified
Condition Not specified 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
JIS G3114 SMA400
Used in bridges, transmission towers, railway wagons, containers, and structural frameworks.
EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Weathering (atmospheric corrosion-resistant) structural steel; bridges, railway wagons, shipping containers, transmission towers, outdoor structures exposed without protective coating
Key Differences
Can JIS G3114 SMA400 Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
JIS G3114 SMA400 and EN 10025-5 S235J2W 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
JIS G3114 SMA400
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–4100 mm (110.24–161.42 in)
EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2800–3600 mm (110.24–141.73 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G3114 SMA400
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EN 10025-5 S235J2W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G3114 SMA400 and EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
JIS G3114 SMA400 specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S235J2W.
Can JIS G3114 SMA400 be substituted with EN 10025-5 S235J2W?
JIS G3114 SMA400 and EN 10025-5 S235J2W 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.