Minimal Match — 51.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKD1 (JIS G4404:2006) and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 (EN ISO 683-17:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
JIS G4404 SKD1 is typically used for cold forming dies, bending dies, while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is commonly used for rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling.
JIS G4404 SKD1 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKD1 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is a 77.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 51.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4404 SKD1
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Hardness HRC (hardened)
58-64
Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed)
<=269
Not specified
Tensile Strength
Not specified
≥620 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC
Not specified
60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HB
Not specified
179–217 (annealed)
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKD1
Cold forming dies, bending dies
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling
Key Differences
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 specifies S, P which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD1.
Can JIS G4404 SKD1 Be Substituted With EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
JIS G4404 SKD1 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
What is the difference between JIS G4404 SKD1 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 specifies S, P which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD1.
Can JIS G4404 SKD1 be substituted with EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
JIS G4404 SKD1 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.