Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKD61 (JIS G4404:2006) and AISI 52100 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
JIS G4404 SKD61 is typically used for die casting dies, extrusion tooling, forging tools, while AISI 52100 is commonly used for anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers.
JIS G4404 SKD61 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while AISI 52100 is defined under AISI, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKD61 vs AISI 52100 is a 63.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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 SKD61
AISI 52100
Hardness HRC (hardened)
44-54
Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed)
<=229
Not specified
Tensile Strength
Not specified
≥620 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC
Not specified
60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HB
Not specified
179–229 (annealed)
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKD61
Die casting dies, extrusion tooling, forging tools
JIS G4404 SKD61 specifies Mo, V which are not specified for AISI 52100.
AISI 52100 specifies S, P which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD61.
Can JIS G4404 SKD61 Be Substituted With AISI 52100?
JIS G4404 SKD61 and AISI 52100 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 SKD61 and AISI 52100?
JIS G4404 SKD61 specifies Mo, V which are not specified for AISI 52100. AISI 52100 specifies S, P which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD61.
Can JIS G4404 SKD61 be substituted with AISI 52100?
JIS G4404 SKD61 and AISI 52100 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.