JIS G3131 SPHC vs ASTM A283C

Related Material — 69.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G3131 SPHC (JIS G 3131:2010) and ASTM A283C (ASTM A283) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. JIS G3131 SPHC is typically used for used in automotive parts, welded tubes, drums, furniture, brackets, and sheet metal fabrications., while ASTM A283C is commonly used for used for structural fabrication, storage tanks, buildings, bridges, machinery bases, and welded structures.. JIS G3131 SPHC is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A283C is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, JIS G3131 SPHC vs ASTM A283C is a 88.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 31.4%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.4%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G3131 SPHC:
CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 300W CSA G40.21 260W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 400W CSA G40.21 350W GOST 19281 09G2S AS/NZS 3679.1 350 ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80 ASTM A572 Gr.65
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
88.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
31.4%
OVERALL
69.4%
Specifications
Property JIS G3131 SPHC ASTM A283C
Standard JIS G 3131:2010 ASTM A283
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.15 max 0.24 max
Mn (%) 0.60 max 0.90 max
P (%) 0.050 max 0.035 max
S (%) 0.050 max 0.040 max
Si (%) Not specified 0.40 max
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 ASTM A283C
Tensile Strength 270-410 MPa 380-515 MPa
Yield Strength 205 MPa min 205 MPa min
Elongation 28% min 23-27%
Hardness 95-130 HB 120-170 HB
Typical Applications
JIS G3131 SPHC
Used in automotive parts, welded tubes, drums, furniture, brackets, and sheet metal fabrications.
ASTM A283C
Used for structural fabrication, storage tanks, buildings, bridges, machinery bases, and welded structures.
Key Differences
Can JIS G3131 SPHC Be Substituted With ASTM A283C?
JIS G3131 SPHC and ASTM A283C 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)
ASTM A283C
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2900–3700 mm (114.17–145.67 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G3131 SPHC
2 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A283C
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G3131 SPHC and ASTM A283C?
ASTM A283C specifies Si which is not specified for JIS G3131 SPHC.
Can JIS G3131 SPHC be substituted with ASTM A283C?
JIS G3131 SPHC and ASTM A283C 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.