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GOST 1050 20 vs SAE J404 50B46

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

GOST 1050 20 (GOST 1050-2013) and SAE J404 50B46 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades. GOST 1050 20 is classified under Carbon Steel, while SAE J404 50B46 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. GOST 1050 20 is typically used for shafts, bolts, gears, pins, forgings, machined components, while SAE J404 50B46 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope. SAE J404 50B46 is defined under SAE International (United States).

As per chemical composition, GOST 1050 20 vs SAE J404 50B46 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 65%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
67.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property GOST 1050 20 SAE J404 50B46
Standard GOST 1050-2013 SAE J404:2009
Category Carbon Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.17-0.24 0.44-0.49
Si (%) 0.17-0.37 0.15-0.35
Mn (%) 0.35-0.65 0.75-1.00
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
Cr (%) <=0.25 0.20-0.35
Ni (%) <=0.25 0.20-0.35
Cu (%) <=0.25 Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GOST 1050 20 SAE J404 50B46
Tensile Strength 410-550 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=245 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=24% Not specified
Hardness <=156 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
GOST 1050 20
shafts, bolts, gears, pins, forgings, machined components
SAE J404 50B46
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
Can GOST 1050 20 Be Substituted With SAE J404 50B46?
GOST 1050 20 and SAE J404 50B46 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
GOST 1050 20
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Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5900–5900 mm (232.28–232.28 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GOST 1050 20 and SAE J404 50B46?
Different category: GOST 1050 20 is Carbon Steel, SAE J404 50B46 is Alloy Steel. GOST 1050 20 specifies Cu which is not specified for SAE J404 50B46.
Can GOST 1050 20 be substituted with SAE J404 50B46?
GOST 1050 20 and SAE J404 50B46 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.