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IS 3748 50T8 vs SAE J404 1330

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

IS 3748 50T8 (IS 3748:1990) and SAE J404 1330 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades. IS 3748 50T8 is classified under Tool & Die Steels, while SAE J404 1330 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. IS 3748 50T8 is typically used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing, while SAE J404 1330 is commonly used for shafts, heavy duty gears, structural components. IS 3748 50T8 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while SAE J404 1330 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 3748 50T8 vs SAE J404 1330 is a 84.7% 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%.

Frequently Compared With IS 3748 50T8:
IS 3748 118T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 55T8 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V IS 1570 (Part 6) 50T8 IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 65T6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 75T6 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property IS 3748 50T8 SAE J404 1330
Standard IS 3748:1990 SAE J404:2009
Category Tool & Die Steels Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.45-0.55 0.28-0.33
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 0.15-0.35
Mn (%) 0.60-0.90 1.60-1.80
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.040
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 3748 50T8 SAE J404 1330
Hardness <=210 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness) Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 3748 50T8
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
SAE J404 1330
Shafts, heavy duty gears, structural components
Key Differences
Can IS 3748 50T8 Be Substituted With SAE J404 1330?
IS 3748 50T8 and SAE J404 1330 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
IS 3748 50T8
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SAE J404 1330
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5000–6100 mm (196.85–240.16 in)
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IS 3748 50T8
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SAE J404 1330
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 3748 50T8 and SAE J404 1330?
Different category: IS 3748 50T8 is Tool & Die Steels, SAE J404 1330 is Alloy Steel.
Can IS 3748 50T8 be substituted with SAE J404 1330?
IS 3748 50T8 and SAE J404 1330 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.