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EN 10083-2 C40E vs SAE J404 4340

Related Material — 65% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10083-2 C40E (EN 10083-2:2006) and SAE J404 4340 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades. EN 10083-2 C40E is classified under Carbon Steel, while SAE J404 4340 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN 10083-2 C40E is typically used for quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts; can also be used normalized (clause 1), while SAE J404 4340 is commonly used for aircraft parts, heavy duty gears, crankshafts. EN 10083-2 C40E is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while SAE J404 4340 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10083-2 C40E vs SAE J404 4340 is a 66.7% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
66.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property EN 10083-2 C40E SAE J404 4340
Standard EN 10083-2:2006 SAE J404:2009
Category Carbon Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.37-0.44 0.38-0.43
Cr (%) <=0.40 0.70-0.90
Cr+Mo+Ni (%) <=0.63 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 0.60-0.80
Mo (%) <=0.10 0.20-0.30
Ni (%) <=0.40 1.65-2.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.040
Si (%) <=0.40 0.15-0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10083-2 C40E SAE J404 4340
Condition Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm Not specified
Elongation 16% min Not specified
Tensile Strength 650 to 800 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 460 MPa min Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10083-2 C40E
Quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts; can also be used normalized (clause 1)
SAE J404 4340
Aircraft parts, heavy duty gears, crankshafts
Key Differences
Can EN 10083-2 C40E Be Substituted With SAE J404 4340?
EN 10083-2 C40E and SAE J404 4340 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN 10083-2 C40E
No active listings currently.
SAE J404 4340
Round Bar → (25 listings)
Diameter: 50–100 mm (1.97–3.94 in)
Length: 3800–7000 mm (149.61–275.59 in)
Forging → (4 listings)
Diameter: 150–200 mm (5.91–7.87 in)
Length: 500–1500 mm (19.69–59.06 in)
Flat Bar → (3 listings)
Thickness: 30–30 mm (1.18–1.18 in)
Width: 120–120 mm (4.72–4.72 in)
Length: 2500–3000 mm (98.43–118.11 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10083-2 C40E
0 active listings and RFQs →
SAE J404 4340
32 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10083-2 C40E and SAE J404 4340?
Different category: EN 10083-2 C40E is Carbon Steel, SAE J404 4340 is Alloy Steel. EN 10083-2 C40E specifies Cr+Mo+Ni which is not specified for SAE J404 4340.
Can EN 10083-2 C40E be substituted with SAE J404 4340?
EN 10083-2 C40E and SAE J404 4340 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.