Close Alternative — 84.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4105 SCM435 (JIS G4105:1979) and SAE J404 4137 (SAE J404:2000) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
JIS G4105 SCM435 is typically used for gears, shafts, high tensile bolts, while SAE J404 4137 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope.
JIS G4105 SCM435 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while SAE J404 4137 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4105 SCM435 vs SAE J404 4137 is a 84.3% 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 84.3%.
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 SCM435
SAE J404 4137
Tensile Strength
≥830 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥685 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥15%
Not specified
Hardness
248–302 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4105 SCM435
Gears, shafts, high tensile bolts
SAE J404 4137
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
SAE J404 4137 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4105 SCM435.
Can JIS G4105 SCM435 Be Substituted With SAE J404 4137?
JIS G4105 SCM435 and SAE J404 4137 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 G4105 SCM435 and SAE J404 4137?
SAE J404 4137 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4105 SCM435.
Can JIS G4105 SCM435 be substituted with SAE J404 4137?
JIS G4105 SCM435 and SAE J404 4137 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.