Related Material — 67.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 (EN 10084:2008) and SAE J404 4320 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 is typically used for case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1), while SAE J404 4320 is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, aircraft components, pinions, axles, and transmission parts..
EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while SAE J404 4320 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 vs SAE J404 4320 is a 67.3% 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 67.3%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4
SAE J404 4320
Condition
Soft annealed
Not specified
Hardenability
+H band at 1.5 mm from the quenched end: 43 to 53 HRC
Not specified
Hardness
Soft annealed: 255 HB max
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4
Case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1)
SAE J404 4320
Used for gears, shafts, aircraft components, pinions, axles, and transmission parts.
Can EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 Be Substituted With SAE J404 4320?
EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 and SAE J404 4320 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 EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 and SAE J404 4320?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 be substituted with SAE J404 4320?
EN 10084 20NiCrMo13-4 and SAE J404 4320 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.