IS 4367 37C15 vs SAE J403 1541

Strong Match — 87.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 4367 37C15 (IS 4367:1991) and SAE J403 1541 (SAE J403:2001) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. IS 4367 37C15 is typically used for case-hardening steel; used for pins, bushes, and moderately stressed components requiring a hard wear-resistant surface with a tough core, while SAE J403 1541 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes. IS 4367 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 4367 37C15 vs SAE J403 1541 is a 87.3% 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 87.3%.

Frequently Compared With IS 4367 37C15:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
87.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
87.3%
Specifications
Property IS 4367 37C15 SAE J403 1541
Standard IS 4367:1991 SAE J403:2001
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.32-0.42 0.36-0.44
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 1.30-1.70 1.35-1.65
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.050
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 4367 37C15 SAE J403 1541
Tensile Strength 600-750 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 440 MPa min Not specified
Elongation >=18% Not specified
Izod Impact 50 J min Not specified
Hardness 178-221 HB Not specified
Hardness (soft annealed) <=220 HB Not specified
Condition Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 150 mm Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 4367 37C15
Case-hardening steel; used for pins, bushes, and moderately stressed components requiring a hard wear-resistant surface with a tough core
SAE J403 1541
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
Can IS 4367 37C15 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1541?
IS 4367 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 4367 37C15 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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IS 4367 37C15
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Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 6800–6900 mm (267.72–271.65 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 4367 37C15 and SAE J403 1541?
IS 4367 37C15 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1541.
Can IS 4367 37C15 be substituted with SAE J403 1541?
IS 4367 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 4367 37C15 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.