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JIS G4105 SCM420 vs KS D3867 SCM415

Close Alternative — 83.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4105 SCM420 (JIS G4105:1979) and KS D3867 SCM415 (KS D 3867:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. JIS G4105 SCM420 is typically used for case hardened gears, cams, pins, shafts, while KS D3867 SCM415 is commonly used for gears, shafts, camshafts, piston pins, precision machine components requiring hard surface and tough core.. JIS G4105 SCM420 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while KS D3867 SCM415 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea.

As per chemical composition, JIS G4105 SCM420 vs KS D3867 SCM415 is a 83.7% 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 83.7%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4105 SCM420:
NF A35-565 100C6 UNI 11234 100Cr6 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A GOST 4543 12HN3A IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
83.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
83.7%
Specifications
Property JIS G4105 SCM420 KS D3867 SCM415
Standard JIS G4105:1979 KS D 3867:2025
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.18–0.23 0.17-0.23
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 0.1-0.35
Mn (%) 0.60–0.90 0.6-1.2
Cr (%) 0.90–1.20 0.15-0.35
Mo (%) 0.15–0.30 0.15-0.3
P (%) Not specified max 0.03
S (%) Not specified max 0.03
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property JIS G4105 SCM420 KS D3867 SCM415
Tensile Strength ≥830 MPa Not specified
Case Hardness HRC 58–62 Not specified
Core Hardness HB 235–293 Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4105 SCM420
Case hardened gears, cams, pins, shafts
KS D3867 SCM415
Gears, shafts, camshafts, piston pins, precision machine components requiring hard surface and tough core.
Key Differences
Can JIS G4105 SCM420 Be Substituted With KS D3867 SCM415?
JIS G4105 SCM420 and KS D3867 SCM415 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 G4105 SCM420
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 4800–6400 mm (188.98–251.97 in)
KS D3867 SCM415
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5200–5700 mm (204.72–224.41 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G4105 SCM420
3 active listings and RFQs →
KS D3867 SCM415
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4105 SCM420 and KS D3867 SCM415?
KS D3867 SCM415 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4105 SCM420.
Can JIS G4105 SCM420 be substituted with KS D3867 SCM415?
JIS G4105 SCM420 and KS D3867 SCM415 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.