Close Alternative — 83.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10083-3 30MnB5 (EN 10083-3:2006) and SAE J404 1330 (SAE J404:2000) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN 10083-3 30MnB5 is typically used for quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts (clause 1), while SAE J404 1330 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope.
EN 10083-3 30MnB5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while SAE J404 1330 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, EN 10083-3 30MnB5 vs SAE J404 1330 is a 83.9% 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 83.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10083-3 30MnB5
SAE J404 1330
Condition
Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm
Not specified
Elongation
13% min
Not specified
Tensile Strength
950 to 1150 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
800 MPa min
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10083-3 30MnB5
Quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts (clause 1)
SAE J404 1330
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
EN 10083-3 30MnB5 specifies B which is not specified for SAE J404 1330.
Can EN 10083-3 30MnB5 Be Substituted With SAE J404 1330?
EN 10083-3 30MnB5 and SAE J404 1330 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 EN 10083-3 30MnB5 and SAE J404 1330?
EN 10083-3 30MnB5 specifies B which is not specified for SAE J404 1330.
Can EN 10083-3 30MnB5 be substituted with SAE J404 1330?
EN 10083-3 30MnB5 and SAE J404 1330 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.