Strong Match — 96.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4105 SCM440 (JIS G4105:1979) and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
JIS G4105 SCM440 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4105 SCM440 vs IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is a 96.4% 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 96.4%.
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 SCM440
IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2
Tensile Strength
≥930 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥785 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥12%
Not specified
Hardness
269–331 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4105 SCM440
Automotive parts, gears, shafts, bolts, dies
IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2
Not documented
Key Differences
JIS G4105 SCM440 specifies S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2.
Can JIS G4105 SCM440 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2?
JIS G4105 SCM440 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4105 SCM440 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 SCM440 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2?
JIS G4105 SCM440 specifies S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2.
Can JIS G4105 SCM440 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2?
JIS G4105 SCM440 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4105 SCM440 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.