Strong Match — 90% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G3506 SWRH62B (JIS G3506:2004) and IS 5517 55C8 (IS 5517:1993) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
JIS G3506 SWRH62B is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while IS 5517 55C8 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, JIS G3506 SWRH62B vs IS 5517 55C8 is a 90% 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 90%.
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 SWRH62B
IS 5517 55C8
Tensile Strength
Not specified
700-850 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% proof)
Not specified
460 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
>=15%
Hardness (annealed)
Not specified
<=220 HB
Condition
Not specified
Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 63 mm
Typical Applications
JIS G3506 SWRH62B
High-carbon hard-drawn steel wire rod (SW-B class, 0.60-0.85% C); used for hard-drawn steel wire, oil-tempered wire, prestressed concrete (PC) wire/strand, galvanized wire strands, wire rope, springs, tire bead wire
IS 5517 55C8
Not documented
Can JIS G3506 SWRH62B Be Substituted With IS 5517 55C8?
JIS G3506 SWRH62B and IS 5517 55C8 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 5517 55C8 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G3506 SWRH62B 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 SWRH62B and IS 5517 55C8?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G3506 SWRH62B be substituted with IS 5517 55C8?
JIS G3506 SWRH62B and IS 5517 55C8 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 5517 55C8 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G3506 SWRH62B in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.