Close Alternative — 76.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
DIN 17210 20CrMo5 (DIN 17210:1986) and SAE J404 4118 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
DIN 17210 20CrMo5 is typically used for used in gears, shafts, pinions, camshafts, and transmission components., while SAE J404 4118 is commonly used for gears, camshafts, pins and lightly stressed automotive components.
DIN 17210 20CrMo5 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany, while SAE J404 4118 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, DIN 17210 20CrMo5 vs SAE J404 4118 is a 76.4% 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 76.4%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
DIN 17210 20CrMo5
SAE J404 4118
Tensile Strength
800-1000 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
600 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
10-14%
Not specified
Hardness
248-302 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
DIN 17210 20CrMo5
Used in gears, shafts, pinions, camshafts, and transmission components.
SAE J404 4118
Gears, camshafts, pins and lightly stressed automotive components
Can DIN 17210 20CrMo5 Be Substituted With SAE J404 4118?
DIN 17210 20CrMo5 and SAE J404 4118 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.
What is the difference between DIN 17210 20CrMo5 and SAE J404 4118?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can DIN 17210 20CrMo5 be substituted with SAE J404 4118?
DIN 17210 20CrMo5 and SAE J404 4118 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.