Strong Match — 87.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G3506 S80C (JIS G3506:2004) and SAE J403 1084 (SAE J403:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
JIS G3506 S80C is typically used for springs, high carbon wire, hand tools, while SAE J403 1084 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes.
JIS G3506 S80C is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while SAE J403 1084 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G3506 S80C vs SAE J403 1084 is a 87.1% 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 87.1%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G3506 S80C
SAE J403 1084
Tensile Strength
≥820 MPa (annealed)
Not specified
Hardness HRC
60–65 (hardened)
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G3506 S80C
Springs, high carbon wire, hand tools
SAE J403 1084
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
JIS G3506 S80C specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1084.
Can JIS G3506 S80C Be Substituted With SAE J403 1084?
JIS G3506 S80C and SAE J403 1084 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1084 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G3506 S80C in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between JIS G3506 S80C and SAE J403 1084?
JIS G3506 S80C specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1084.
Can JIS G3506 S80C be substituted with SAE J403 1084?
JIS G3506 S80C and SAE J403 1084 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1084 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G3506 S80C in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.