Strong Match — 85.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4105 SCM430 (JIS G4105:1979) and SAE J404 4130 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
JIS G4105 SCM430 is typically used for high tensile bolts, pressure vessels, aircraft parts, while SAE J404 4130 is commonly used for aircraft structures, pressure vessels, high tensile tubes.
JIS G4105 SCM430 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while SAE J404 4130 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4105 SCM430 vs SAE J404 4130 is a 85.4% 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 85.4%.
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 SCM430
SAE J404 4130
Tensile Strength
≥780 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥635 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥15%
Not specified
Hardness
229–293 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4105 SCM430
High tensile bolts, pressure vessels, aircraft parts
SAE J404 4130
Aircraft structures, pressure vessels, high tensile tubes
Key Differences
SAE J404 4130 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4105 SCM430.
Can JIS G4105 SCM430 Be Substituted With SAE J404 4130?
JIS G4105 SCM430 and SAE J404 4130 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J404 4130 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4105 SCM430 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 G4105 SCM430 and SAE J404 4130?
SAE J404 4130 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4105 SCM430.
Can JIS G4105 SCM430 be substituted with SAE J404 4130?
JIS G4105 SCM430 and SAE J404 4130 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J404 4130 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4105 SCM430 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.