S355J2 and S355JR steel materials both comply to european steel specficiation BS EN 10025-2 hot rolled product for non-alloy structural steels.These two steel grades S355JR and S355J2 even owned the very similar chemical compositions and yield & tensile strength.The main difference is their application enviroments,steel materials S355J2 have to be done charp V notch impacting test at minus 20 deg.c,however S355JR no need.So S355J2 steel materials can be used in low temperature surroundings such as deep ocean platforms.
Chemical composition and Mechanical properties
Chemical composition difference between S355JR and S355J2 steel: %
| Grade | C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cu | N |
| S355JR | 0.27 max | 0.60 max | 1.70 max | 0.045 max | 0.045 max | 0.60 max | 0.014 max |
| S355J2 | 0.24 max | 0.60 max | 1.70 max | 0.035 max | 0.035 max | 0.60 max | 0.014 max |
Mechanical properties difference between S355JR and S355J2 steel:
| Grade | Yield strength ReH/(N/mm2) (t≤16mm) min | Tensile strength Rm/(N/mm2) (3mm≤t≤16mm) | Elongation A/%(3mm≤t≤40mm) min | Charpy V test | |
| Temperature/℃ | Impact energy (Longitudinal)/J min | ||||
| S355JR | 355 | 450-680 | 22 | 20 | 27 |
| S355J2 | 355 | 450-680 | 22 | -20 | 27 |
Key Differences
| Item | S355JR | S355J2 |
|---|---|---|
| Low-Temperature Impact Performance | Impact test at 20℃, KV≥27J; insufficient low-temperature toughness, prone to brittle fracture | Impact test at -20℃, KV≥27J; superior low-temperature toughness and strong resistance to brittle fracture |
| Chemical Composition (Thermal Analysis, max%) | C≤0.27; P/S≤0.045; relatively loose impurity control | C≤0.25; P/S≤0.035; stricter impurity control and higher process requirements |
| Applicable Environment | Normal temperature/conventional working conditions (e.g., indoor construction, room-temperature mechanical parts) | Low-temperature environments (e.g., outdoor winter applications, offshore platforms, bridges in cold regions), safety-critical structures |
| Cost & Supply | Lower price, more widely available | Higher price (approximately 5%–15% higher), slightly longer production cycle |
Selection Recommendations
For normal temperature/mild environments and cost-sensitive projects: Choose S355JR for higher cost-effectiveness.
For environments with temperature ≤0℃, requirements for low-temperature impact resistance, or safety-critical structures: Choose S355J2 to avoid the risk of low-temperature brittle fracture.
For special thicknesses (>40mm) or welded structures: Prioritize S355J2, and match with appropriate welding consumables and preheating processes to ensure joint toughness.
In S355JR and S355J2 steel, JR and J2 indicates the steel needs to do +20℃ impact test and -20℃ impact test respectively. The different impact temperature is the main difference between S355JR and S355J2 steel. S355J2 steel can better adapt to low temperature work condition than S355JR steel.
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FAQ
What is S355JR equivalent to?
S355JR equivalent grades have very close chemical composition and mechanical properties to that of S355JR steel. Both the S355JR equivalent grades Q345B, A572 Gr 50, ST52-3, SM490B and S355JR steel are main products of BBN steel.
What is structural steel grade S355JR?
S355JR steel has a high strength-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for use in load-bearing structures such as bridges, buildings, and offshore structures. It has a minimum yield strength of 355 N/mm², making it one of the strongest steel grades available.
What is the difference between S355JR and J2?
In S355JR and S355J2 steel, JR and J2 indicates the steel needs to do +20℃ impact test and -20℃ impact test respectively. The different impact temperature is the main difference between S355JR and S355J2 steel. S355J2 steel can better adapt to low temperature work condition than S355JR steel.
What does JR mean in steel?
The J means that the test was conducted with 27 joules of energy. This is followed by either an R for room temperature, or a number referring to the temperature the tests were conducted at. So JR is room temperature (plus 20 degrees) J0 is 0 degrees and J2 is -20 degrees.
Is S355 better than S275?
This grade of steel is stronger than its S275 counterpart with a minimum yield strength of 355 N/mm2 resulting in its S355 name. This grade is also available in plate, round bar, flat bar, and is even available in blocks.
What is the hardness of S355 jr?
Grade S355JR has a minimum yield strength of 355 MPa. The impact energy at a room temperature of 20°C is at least 27 joules.
What is S355 steel used for?
This structural steel is used in shipbuilding and railway vehicle construction. S355 steel also finds optimal application for the construction of machinery such as cranes and excavators, as well as in building and piping construction, ventilation systems and pumps.
What is the price of S355JR per kg?
Mild Steel, Grade: S355JR – 0.61 USD/kg | 610 USD/ton
What is the difference between S275JR and S355JR?
S275JR is carbon steel, while S355JR is low alloy steel. Both carbon steel S275JR and S355JR low alloy steel are under EN10025-2 standard. The S355JR low alloy steel is higher steel grade than carbon steel S275JR
| Other steel plate | ||||
| Name | Material | Specification (mm) | Tons | Remark |
| Clad steel plate | P265GH+410,S355JR+410,A516Gr70+316, A537CL1+304L,Q235B+304L,Q345B+304, A516Gr70(NACE)+410,A537CL1+904L, A537CL1+316L,A516Gr70+304L,A537CL1+304 ,A516Gr70+410,A516Gr70+904L |
2-300mm(Based plate),1-50mm(Composited plate) | / | UT, AR, TMCP.Normalized, Quenched and Tempered,Z Direction Test, Charpy V-Notch impact TestThe Third Party Test , Coated or Shot Blasting and Painting. |
| Low Alloy | Q345A, Q345B, Q345C, Q345D, Q345E, Q390, Q420, Q460C, ST52-3, S355J2+N, SS400, SA302GrC, S275NL, 35CrMo | 6 - 350 | 5788.56 | Normalizing, tempered ,controlled rolling, hot rolling , Hot rolling,1st inspection, 2nd inspection, 3rd inspection |
| Pressure Vessel Plate | Q245R, Q345R, Q370R, 16MnDR, 09MnNiDR, 15CrMoR, 14Cr1MoR, 12Cr2Mo1R, SA516Gr60, SA516Gr70, SA516Gr485, SA285, SA387Gr11, SA387Gr12, SA387Gr22, P265,P295,P355GH,Q245R(R-HIC),Q345R(R-HIC) | 3 - 300 | 8650 | Normalizing, tempered ,controlled rolling, hot rolling , Hot rolling,1st inspection, 2nd inspection, 3rd inspection |
| High-Strength Plate | WH785D/E,Q960D/E, Q890D/E,WH60D/E,WH70B,Q550D,Q590D,Q690D/E | 8 - 120 | 3086.352 | Quenched and tempered |
| Wear-Resistant Plate | NM360, NM400, NM450, NM500 | 6 - 150 | 3866.297 | Quenched and tempered |
| Bridge Plate | Q235qC, Q345qC, Q370qC, Q420qC, Q345qDNH, Q370qDNH, A709 - 50F - 2, A709 - 50T - 2 | 8 - 200 | 2853.621 | Hot rolling, normalized ,hot rolling controlled rolling, quenched and tempered + toughness and brittleness |
