Close Alternative — 80.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) and SAE J404 51B60 (SAE J404:2000) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while SAE J404 51B60 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 vs SAE J404 51B60 is a 80.3% 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 80.3%.
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) 55Cr3
SAE J404 51B60
Tensile Strength
890-1040 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=650 MPa (0.2 % proof stress)
Not specified
Elongation
>=12%
Not specified
Izod Impact
>=35 J
Not specified
Hardness
255-311 HBS (guidance only)
Not specified
Condition
Wear resisting steel, hardened and tempered, limiting ruling section 63 mm
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3
Not documented
SAE J404 51B60
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
SAE J404 51B60 specifies P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3.
Can IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 Be Substituted With SAE J404 51B60?
IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 and SAE J404 51B60 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 IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 and SAE J404 51B60?
SAE J404 51B60 specifies P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3.
Can IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 be substituted with SAE J404 51B60?
IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Cr3 and SAE J404 51B60 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.