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NF A35-551 XC10 vs CSA G40.21 400W

Related Material — 58% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

NF A35-551 XC10 (NF A35-551:1986) and CSA G40.21 400W (CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. NF A35-551 XC10 is typically used for fabricated parts, cold formed components, tubes, structural parts, bolts, nuts, welded assemblies, while CSA G40.21 400W is commonly used for heavy structural fabrication, bridges, offshore platforms, cranes, pressure vessels, mining equipment.. NF A35-551 XC10 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while CSA G40.21 400W is defined under Canadian Standards Association (CSA), originating from Canada.

As per chemical composition, NF A35-551 XC10 vs CSA G40.21 400W is a 86.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 58%.

Frequently Compared With NF A35-551 XC10:
CSA G40.21 350W CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 480W GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 400A ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 AS/NZS 3679.1 300 ASTM A283C ASTM A572 Gr.65
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
86.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
58%
Specifications
Property NF A35-551 XC10 CSA G40.21 400W
Standard NF A35-551:1986 CSA G40.21-13 (R2023)
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.08-0.13 max 0.23
Si (%) <=0.35 max 0.5
Mn (%) 0.30-0.60 max 1.6
S (%) <=0.035 max 0.035
P (%) <=0.035 max 0.035
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property NF A35-551 XC10 CSA G40.21 400W
Tensile Strength 320-420 MPa 520-690 MPa
Yield Strength >=210 MPa 400 MPa min
Elongation >=28% Not specified
Hardness 110-140 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
NF A35-551 XC10
fabricated parts, cold formed components, tubes, structural parts, bolts, nuts, welded assemblies
CSA G40.21 400W
Heavy structural fabrication, bridges, offshore platforms, cranes, pressure vessels, mining equipment.
Can NF A35-551 XC10 Be Substituted With CSA G40.21 400W?
NF A35-551 XC10 and CSA G40.21 400W 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
NF A35-551 XC10
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2900 mm (98.43–114.17 in)
CSA G40.21 400W
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–5200 mm (98.43–204.72 in)
On M-EX Right Now
NF A35-551 XC10
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CSA G40.21 400W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between NF A35-551 XC10 and CSA G40.21 400W?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can NF A35-551 XC10 be substituted with CSA G40.21 400W?
NF A35-551 XC10 and CSA G40.21 400W 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.