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JIS G4053 SMn438 vs SAE J403 1541

Strong Match — 89.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4053 SMn438 (JIS G4053:2008) and SAE J403 1541 (SAE J403:2009) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. JIS G4053 SMn438 is typically used for agricultural equipment, heavy duty shafts, while SAE J403 1541 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes. JIS G4053 SMn438 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while SAE J403 1541 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, JIS G4053 SMn438 vs SAE J403 1541 is a 89.3% 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 89.3%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4053 SMn438:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
89.3%
Specifications
Property JIS G4053 SMn438 SAE J403 1541
Standard JIS G4053:2008 SAE J403:2009
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.35–0.41 0.36-0.44
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 1.35–1.65 1.35-1.65
S (%) ≤0.030 <=0.050
P (%) ≤0.030 <=0.030
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property JIS G4053 SMn438 SAE J403 1541
Tensile Strength ≥690 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength ≥540 MPa Not specified
Elongation ≥15% Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4053 SMn438
Agricultural equipment, heavy duty shafts
SAE J403 1541
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
Can JIS G4053 SMn438 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1541?
JIS G4053 SMn438 and SAE J403 1541 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1541 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4053 SMn438 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
JIS G4053 SMn438
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Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 6000–6300 mm (236.22–248.03 in)
SAE J403 1541
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4053 SMn438 and SAE J403 1541?
JIS G4053 SMn438 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1541.
Can JIS G4053 SMn438 be substituted with SAE J403 1541?
JIS G4053 SMn438 and SAE J403 1541 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1541 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4053 SMn438 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.