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DIN 17111 35S20 vs SAE J403 1137

Close Alternative — 84.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

DIN 17111 35S20 (DIN 17111:1980) and SAE J403 1137 (SAE J403:2001) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category. DIN 17111 35S20 is typically used for high volume turned parts, automotive components, while SAE J403 1137 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes. DIN 17111 35S20 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany, while SAE J403 1137 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, DIN 17111 35S20 vs SAE J403 1137 is a 85.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.9%.

Frequently Compared With DIN 17111 35S20:
IS 4432 10C8S10 SAE J403 1141 SAE J403 1138 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1137 SAE J403 1137 SAE J403 1138 IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1118
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
85.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
84.9%
Specifications
Property DIN 17111 35S20 SAE J403 1137
Standard DIN 17111:1980 SAE J403:2001
Category Free Machining Steel Free Machining Steel
C (%) 0.32–0.39 0.32-0.39
Mn (%) 0.50–0.80 1.35-1.65
S (%) 0.15–0.25 0.08-0.13
P (%) ≤0.060 <=0.030
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property DIN 17111 35S20 SAE J403 1137
Tensile Strength 500–700 MPa Not specified
Elongation ≥12% Not specified
Hardness 152–207 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
DIN 17111 35S20
High volume turned parts, automotive components
SAE J403 1137
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Can DIN 17111 35S20 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1137?
DIN 17111 35S20 and SAE J403 1137 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
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Length: 2900–3100 mm (114.17–122.05 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIN 17111 35S20 and SAE J403 1137?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can DIN 17111 35S20 be substituted with SAE J403 1137?
DIN 17111 35S20 and SAE J403 1137 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.