S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel

EN10025-2 S275J0 ERW Pipe: Hot-Rolled Structural Steel Hollow Section for Welded Construction

Comprehensive data for S275J0 steel grade manufactured into ERW pipes per EN 10025-2, including chemical composition, mechanical properties, physical performance, and global equivalent materials for structural applications.

Hot rolling of base steel, followed by cold forming and ERW welding; suitable for subsequent cold bending, cutting, and machining

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel Introduction

S275J0 is a non-alloy structural steel grade specified in EN 10025-2, widely used for electric resistance welded (ERW) pipes and hollow sections in general construction and mechanical engineering. It offers a minimum yield strength of 275 MPa and guaranteed impact energy of 27 J at 0 °C (J0 quality). The steel is suitable for welding and cold forming, typically delivered in the as-rolled or normalized condition. ERW pipes made from S275J0 comply with EN 10219-1 or EN 10210-1 and are available in circular, square, and rectangular profiles. This material provides a good balance of strength, ductility, and weldability, making it ideal for load-bearing structures, frameworks, and mechanical components exposed to moderate low-temperature service.

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel Chemical Composition

Ladle analysis according to EN 10025-2:2019, Table 2 for grade S275J0. Values are maximum unless stated otherwise. Silicon is typically present as a deoxidizer. The carbon equivalent value (CEV) ensures good weldability.

ElementContent (%)Remarks
Carbon (C)≤0.20Ladle analysis
Silicon (Si)≤0.55Typically present; no mandatory max, but usual limit
Manganese (Mn)≤1.50
Phosphorus (P)≤0.030
Sulfur (S)≤0.030
Nitrogen (N)≤0.012
Copper (Cu)≤0.55
Carbon Equivalent Value (CEV)≤0.40CEV = C + Mn/6 + (Cr+Mo+V)/5 + (Ni+Cu)/15

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Room-temperature physical properties for non-alloy structural steel, representative of S275J0 grade. These values are derived from general structural steel data and may vary slightly with exact composition and processing history.

PropertyTypical ValueUnitTest Condition
Density (ρ)7850kg/m³at 20 °C
Modulus of elasticity (E)205GPaat 20 °C
Shear modulus (G)80GPaat 20 °C
Poisson's ratio (ν)0.3–at 20 °C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)11.7 ×10⁻⁶/K20–100 °C
Thermal conductivity (λ)52W/(m·K)at 20 °C
Specific heat capacity486J/(kg·K)at 20 °C
Electrical resistivity (ρ_e)0.18 ×10⁻⁶Ω·mat 20 °C

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel Mechanical Properties

Minimum values for S275J0 steel according to EN 10025-2:2019, valid for thickness ≤16 mm (most common for ERW pipe wall thicknesses). The J0 designation requires minimum 27 J absorbed energy at 0 °C on longitudinal Charpy V-notch specimens. For thicknesses above 16 mm, please refer to the standard for adjusted values.

PropertyStandard RequirementUnitTest Condition
Yield strength (ReH)≥275MPat ≤16 mm, transverse test optional for pipes
Tensile strength (Rm)430 – 580MPat ≤16 mm
Elongation after fracture (A)≥18%Longitudinal, proportional test piece, t ≤40 mm
Charpy V-notch impact energy (KV)≥27Jat 0 °C, longitudinal, standard specimen

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel Complete Equivalent Material Standards and Substitutable Grades

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
InternationalISO 630-2S275J0Identical technical delivery conditions
European UnionEN 10025-2S275J0Original specification – fully equivalent

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel Application Introduction

EN10025-2 S275J0 ERW pipes are extensively used in structural and general engineering applications where reliable strength and good low-temperature toughness are needed. The hollow sections facilitate lightweight, torsion-resistant designs. Their consistent weldability and formability make them suitable for modern construction methods. Typical uses span building frames, bridges, offshore modules, machinery, and transport systems.

Product Applications: Structural trusses and frames, Scaffolding and formwork systems, Conveyor rollers and support structures, Pipe racks and industrial piping supports, Wind turbine tower internals, Guardrails and crash barriers

Processed into products: Welded hollow section beams and columns, Bracing members and struts, Joists and purlins, Machine base frames, Shaft sleeves and protective casings, Custom brackets and connectors

Application industries: Construction and civil engineering, Infrastructure (bridges, towers, stadiums), Mechanical engineering, Shipbuilding and offshore structures, Transportation (trailers, railway components), Agricultural and material handling equipment

S275J0 EN 10025-2 ERW Pipe Steel Similar / Alternative Substitute Materials

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemarks
EUEN 10025-2S275JRLower toughness: 27 J at +20 °C instead of 0 °C
EUEN 10025-2S275J2Higher toughness: 27 J at -20 °C
EUEN 10025-2S355J0Higher strength: ReH ≥355 MPa, same 0 °C toughness
JapanJIS G3106SM490AWeldable structural steel, similar strength level but different impact temperature
USAASTM A572Grade 50Comparable strength, but no mandatory impact energy – may require supplementary testing
United KingdomBS 4360 (superseded)43CHistoric equivalent with 0 °C impact, now replaced by EN standards

Notes:

ERW pipe manufacturing: The ERW process involves cold forming a hot-rolled strip into a tubular shape and welding the seam using electric resistance. Common standards for the finished pipe include EN 10219-1 (cold-formed welded structural hollow sections) and EN 10210-1 (hot-finished, but S275J0 is also produced in hot-finished hollow sections). Dimensional tolerances and surface quality are per the chosen hollow section standard. For welded structures, preheating is typically not required at moderate thicknesses due to the low CEV. The material can be galvanised or painted for corrosion protection.

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