Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
SAE J404 4620 (SAE J404:2009) and UNI 11234 100Cr6 (UNI 11234:2007) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
SAE J404 4620 is typically used for used for gears, bearings, shafts, transmission parts, pinions, and heavy-duty carburized components., while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is commonly used for ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components.
SAE J404 4620 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy.
As per chemical composition, SAE J404 4620 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6 is a 58.5% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
SAE J404 4620
UNI 11234 100Cr6
Tensile Strength
Not specified
750-1000 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
400-600 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
10-14 %
Hardness
Not specified
60-64 HRC
Typical Applications
SAE J404 4620
Used for gears, bearings, shafts, transmission parts, pinions, and heavy-duty carburized components.
SAE J404 4620 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
UNI 11234 100Cr6 specifies Cr which is not specified for SAE J404 4620.
Can SAE J404 4620 Be Substituted With UNI 11234 100Cr6?
SAE J404 4620 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.
What is the difference between SAE J404 4620 and UNI 11234 100Cr6?
SAE J404 4620 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6. UNI 11234 100Cr6 specifies Cr which is not specified for SAE J404 4620.
Can SAE J404 4620 be substituted with UNI 11234 100Cr6?
SAE J404 4620 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.