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JIS G3131 SPHC vs SAE J404 1330

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

JIS G3131 SPHC (JIS G 3131:2010) and SAE J404 1330 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades. JIS G3131 SPHC is classified under Structural Steel, while SAE J404 1330 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. JIS G3131 SPHC is typically used for used in automotive parts, welded tubes, drums, furniture, brackets, and sheet metal fabrications., while SAE J404 1330 is commonly used for shafts, heavy duty gears, structural components. JIS G3131 SPHC is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while SAE J404 1330 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, JIS G3131 SPHC vs SAE J404 1330 is a 78.3% 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 JIS G3131 SPHC:
CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 260W AS/NZS 3679.1 300 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 400W GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 350W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A283C ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
78.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property JIS G3131 SPHC SAE J404 1330
Standard JIS G 3131:2010 SAE J404:2009
Category Structural Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.15 max 0.28-0.33
Mn (%) 0.60 max 1.60-1.80
P (%) 0.050 max <=0.030
S (%) 0.050 max <=0.040
Si (%) Not specified 0.15-0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property JIS G3131 SPHC SAE J404 1330
Tensile Strength 270-410 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 205 MPa min Not specified
Elongation 28% min Not specified
Hardness 95-130 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G3131 SPHC
Used in automotive parts, welded tubes, drums, furniture, brackets, and sheet metal fabrications.
SAE J404 1330
Shafts, heavy duty gears, structural components
Key Differences
Can JIS G3131 SPHC Be Substituted With SAE J404 1330?
JIS G3131 SPHC 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
JIS G3131 SPHC
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 4000–4200 mm (157.48–165.35 in)
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)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G3131 SPHC
2 active listings and RFQs →
SAE J404 1330
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G3131 SPHC and SAE J404 1330?
Different category: JIS G3131 SPHC is Structural Steel, SAE J404 1330 is Alloy Steel. SAE J404 1330 specifies Si which is not specified for JIS G3131 SPHC.
Can JIS G3131 SPHC be substituted with SAE J404 1330?
JIS G3131 SPHC 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.