Related Material — 67.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKS31 (JIS G4404:2006) and GOST 5950 9HVG (GOST 5950-2000) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
JIS G4404 SKS31 is typically used for cold working molds, press dies, jigs, gauges, long taps, reamers, measuring tools requiring minimal quenching distortion., while GOST 5950 9HVG is commonly used for used for broaches, taps, dies, punches, and precision cutting tools..
JIS G4404 SKS31 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) (Japan).
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKS31 vs GOST 5950 9HVG is a 77.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 48.6%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 67.7%.
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 SKS31
GOST 5950 9HVG
Tensile Strength
900-1150 MPa
950-1150 MPa
Yield Strength
750 MPa min
750 MPa min
Elongation
10% min
7% min
Hardness
58-62 HRC
61-65 HRC
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKS31
Cold working molds, press dies, jigs, gauges, long taps, reamers, measuring tools requiring minimal quenching distortion.
GOST 5950 9HVG
Used for broaches, taps, dies, punches, and precision cutting tools.
Key Differences
JIS G4404 SKS31 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 5950 9HVG.
Can JIS G4404 SKS31 Be Substituted With GOST 5950 9HVG?
JIS G4404 SKS31 and GOST 5950 9HVG 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 SKS31 and GOST 5950 9HVG?
JIS G4404 SKS31 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 5950 9HVG.
Can JIS G4404 SKS31 be substituted with GOST 5950 9HVG?
JIS G4404 SKS31 and GOST 5950 9HVG 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.