Strong Match — 87.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) and SAE J403 1541 (SAE J403:2009) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while SAE J403 1541 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 vs SAE J403 1541 is a 87.4% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 87.4%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15
SAE J403 1541
Tensile Strength
890-1040 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=650 MPa (0.2 % proof stress)
Not specified
Elongation
>=15%
Not specified
Izod Impact
>=41 J
Not specified
Hardness
255-311 HBS (guidance only)
Not specified
Condition
Bars and forgings, hardened and tempered (oil hardened unless stated), limiting ruling section 15 mm
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15
Not documented
SAE J403 1541
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1541.
SAE J403 1541 specifies P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15.
Can IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1541?
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 and SAE J403 1541 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1541 is often considered as a substitute for IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 and SAE J403 1541?
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1541. SAE J403 1541 specifies P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15.
Can IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 be substituted with SAE J403 1541?
IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 and SAE J403 1541 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1541 is often considered as a substitute for IS 1570 (Part 4) 37C15 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.