Close Alternative — 75.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10087 11SMn30 (EN 10087:1998) and JIS G4804 SUM22 (JIS G 4804:2021) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category.
EN 10087 11SMn30 is typically used for high volume screw machine parts, bolts, studs, while JIS G4804 SUM22 is commonly used for screw machine parts, bolts, studs, pins.
EN 10087 11SMn30 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while JIS G4804 SUM22 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, EN 10087 11SMn30 vs JIS G4804 SUM22 is a 88.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 75.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10087 11SMn30
JIS G4804 SUM22
Tensile Strength
380–570 MPa
380–490 MPa
Elongation
≥7%
Not specified
Hardness
≤180 HB
≤149 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10087 11SMn30
High volume screw machine parts, bolts, studs
JIS G4804 SUM22
Screw machine parts, bolts, studs, pins
Key Differences
EN 10087 11SMn30 specifies Si which is not specified for JIS G4804 SUM22.
Can EN 10087 11SMn30 Be Substituted With JIS G4804 SUM22?
EN 10087 11SMn30 and JIS G4804 SUM22 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 10087 11SMn30 and JIS G4804 SUM22?
EN 10087 11SMn30 specifies Si which is not specified for JIS G4804 SUM22.
Can EN 10087 11SMn30 be substituted with JIS G4804 SUM22?
EN 10087 11SMn30 and JIS G4804 SUM22 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.