JIS G3114 SMA400 vs EN 10025-5 S355J0WP

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

JIS G3114 SMA400 (JIS G 3114:2022) and EN 10025-5 S355J0WP (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 S355J0WP is commonly used for high-phosphorus weathering steel for enhanced patina formation; containers, smokestacks, freight wagons, silos, pylons, bridges, architectural exposed structures. JIS G3114 SMA400 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while EN 10025-5 S355J0WP is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, JIS G3114 SMA400 vs EN 10025-5 S355J0WP is a 73.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 10.1%. 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 CSA G40.21 260WT EN 10025-5 S355J2WP ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W CSA G40.21 50W ASTM A588 Grade B CSA G40.21 480A EN 10025-5 S235J2W
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
10.1%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property JIS G3114 SMA400 EN 10025-5 S355J0WP
Standard JIS G 3114:2022 EN 10025-5:2019
Category Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering) Structural Steel (Corten / Weathering)
C (%) 0.18 max <=0.12
Si (%) 0.35-0.75 <=0.75
Mn (%) 0.60-1.40 <=1.0
P (%) 0.035 max 0.06-0.15
S (%) 0.035 max <=0.035
Cu (%) 0.20-0.50 0.25-0.55
Cr (%) 0.30-1.25 0.30-1.25
Ni (%) 0.20-0.65 Not specified
N (%) Not specified <=0.012
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 S355J0WP
Tensile Strength 400-540 MPa 470-630 MPa
Yield Strength 245 MPa min >=355 MPa
Elongation 17% min >=22%
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 S355J0WP
High-phosphorus weathering steel for enhanced patina formation; containers, smokestacks, freight wagons, silos, pylons, bridges, architectural exposed structures
Key Differences
Can JIS G3114 SMA400 Be Substituted With EN 10025-5 S355J0WP?
JIS G3114 SMA400 and EN 10025-5 S355J0WP 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 S355J0WP
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2900–4300 mm (114.17–169.29 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G3114 SMA400
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EN 10025-5 S355J0WP
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G3114 SMA400 and EN 10025-5 S355J0WP?
JIS G3114 SMA400 specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10025-5 S355J0WP. EN 10025-5 S355J0WP specifies N which is not specified for JIS G3114 SMA400.
Can JIS G3114 SMA400 be substituted with EN 10025-5 S355J0WP?
JIS G3114 SMA400 and EN 10025-5 S355J0WP 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.