GOST 14959 60S2A vs SAE J404 9254

Close Alternative — 76.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GOST 14959 60S2A (GOST 14959-2016) and SAE J404 9254 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. GOST 14959 60S2A is typically used for used for coil springs, suspension springs, washers, torsion bars, and railway springs., while SAE J404 9254 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope. SAE J404 9254 is defined under SAE International (United States).

As per chemical composition, GOST 14959 60S2A vs SAE J404 9254 is a 76.2% 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 76.2%.

Frequently Compared With GOST 14959 60S2A:
GOST 4543 12HN3A UNI 11234 100Cr6 NF A35-565 100C6 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
76.2%
Specifications
Property GOST 14959 60S2A SAE J404 9254
Standard GOST 14959-2016 SAE J404:2009
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.56-0.64 0.51-0.59
Si (%) 1.5-2.0 1.20-1.60
Mn (%) 0.6-0.9 0.60-0.80
Cr (%) 0.35 max 0.60-0.80
P (%) Not specified <=0.030
S (%) Not specified <=0.040
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GOST 14959 60S2A SAE J404 9254
Tensile Strength 1270-1570 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 1080 MPa min Not specified
Elongation 6% min Not specified
Hardness 44-52 HRC Not specified
Typical Applications
GOST 14959 60S2A
Used for coil springs, suspension springs, washers, torsion bars, and railway springs.
SAE J404 9254
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
Can GOST 14959 60S2A Be Substituted With SAE J404 9254?
GOST 14959 60S2A and SAE J404 9254 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
GOST 14959 60S2A
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5400–5900 mm (212.6–232.28 in)
SAE J404 9254
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GOST 14959 60S2A
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SAE J404 9254
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GOST 14959 60S2A and SAE J404 9254?
SAE J404 9254 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 14959 60S2A.
Can GOST 14959 60S2A be substituted with SAE J404 9254?
GOST 14959 60S2A and SAE J404 9254 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.