Close Alternative — 84.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4103 SNCM439 (JIS G4103:1979) and SAE J404 E4340 (SAE J404:2000) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
JIS G4103 SNCM439 is typically used for crankshafts, gears, heavy duty shafts, aircraft components, while SAE J404 E4340 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope.
JIS G4103 SNCM439 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while SAE J404 E4340 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4103 SNCM439 vs SAE J404 E4340 is a 84.6% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.6%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4103 SNCM439
SAE J404 E4340
Tensile Strength
≥980 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥835 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥12%
Not specified
Hardness
293–352 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4103 SNCM439
Crankshafts, gears, heavy duty shafts, aircraft components
SAE J404 E4340
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
SAE J404 E4340 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4103 SNCM439.
Can JIS G4103 SNCM439 Be Substituted With SAE J404 E4340?
JIS G4103 SNCM439 and SAE J404 E4340 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.
What is the difference between JIS G4103 SNCM439 and SAE J404 E4340?
SAE J404 E4340 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4103 SNCM439.
Can JIS G4103 SNCM439 be substituted with SAE J404 E4340?
JIS G4103 SNCM439 and SAE J404 E4340 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.