JIS G3131 SPHC vs NF A35-551 XC10

Close Alternative — 73.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G3131 SPHC (JIS G 3131:2010) and NF A35-551 XC10 (NF A35-551:1986) 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 NF A35-551 XC10 is commonly used for fabricated parts, cold formed components, tubes, structural parts, bolts, nuts, welded assemblies. JIS G3131 SPHC is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while NF A35-551 XC10 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France.

As per chemical composition, JIS G3131 SPHC vs NF A35-551 XC10 is a 84.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 51.1%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.6%.

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 A283C ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
51.1%
OVERALL
73.6%
Specifications
Property JIS G3131 SPHC NF A35-551 XC10
Standard JIS G 3131:2010 NF A35-551:1986
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) 0.15 max 0.08-0.13
Mn (%) 0.60 max 0.30-0.60
P (%) 0.050 max <=0.035
S (%) 0.050 max <=0.035
Si (%) Not specified <=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 NF A35-551 XC10
Tensile Strength 270-410 MPa 320-420 MPa
Yield Strength 205 MPa min >=210 MPa
Elongation 28% min >=28%
Hardness 95-130 HB 110-140 HB
Typical Applications
JIS G3131 SPHC
Used in automotive parts, welded tubes, drums, furniture, brackets, and sheet metal fabrications.
NF A35-551 XC10
fabricated parts, cold formed components, tubes, structural parts, bolts, nuts, welded assemblies
Key Differences
Can JIS G3131 SPHC Be Substituted With NF A35-551 XC10?
JIS G3131 SPHC and NF A35-551 XC10 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.
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)
NF A35-551 XC10
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2900 mm (98.43–114.17 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G3131 SPHC
2 active listings and RFQs →
NF A35-551 XC10
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G3131 SPHC and NF A35-551 XC10?
NF A35-551 XC10 specifies Si which is not specified for JIS G3131 SPHC.
Can JIS G3131 SPHC be substituted with NF A35-551 XC10?
JIS G3131 SPHC and NF A35-551 XC10 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.