Close Alternative — 76.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 5517 50Cr4V2 (IS 5517:1993) and SAE J404 5150 (SAE J404:2000) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
IS 5517 50Cr4V2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while SAE J404 5150 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, IS 5517 50Cr4V2 vs SAE J404 5150 is a 76.7% 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 76.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 5517 50Cr4V2
SAE J404 5150
Tensile Strength
780-980 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength (0.2% proof)
590 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
>=13%
Not specified
Izod Impact
34 J min
Not specified
Hardness (annealed)
<=250 HB
Not specified
Condition
Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 250 mm
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 5517 50Cr4V2
Not documented
SAE J404 5150
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
IS 5517 50Cr4V2 specifies V which is not specified for SAE J404 5150.
Can IS 5517 50Cr4V2 Be Substituted With SAE J404 5150?
IS 5517 50Cr4V2 and SAE J404 5150 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 5517 50Cr4V2 and SAE J404 5150?
IS 5517 50Cr4V2 specifies V which is not specified for SAE J404 5150.
Can IS 5517 50Cr4V2 be substituted with SAE J404 5150?
IS 5517 50Cr4V2 and SAE J404 5150 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.