Related Material — 64.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKS31 (JIS G4404:2006) and KS D 3753 STS3 (KS D 3753:2023) 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 KS D 3753 STS3 is commonly used for used in chisels, punches, dies, shear tools, gauges, and hand tools..
JIS G4404 SKS31 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while KS D 3753 STS3 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKS31 vs KS D 3753 STS3 is a 70.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 51.9%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.1%.
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
KS D 3753 STS3
Tensile Strength
900-1150 MPa
880-1100 MPa
Yield Strength
750 MPa min
700 MPa min
Elongation
10% min
10% min
Hardness
58-62 HRC
56-60 HRC
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKS31
Cold working molds, press dies, jigs, gauges, long taps, reamers, measuring tools requiring minimal quenching distortion.
KS D 3753 STS3
Used in chisels, punches, dies, shear tools, gauges, and hand tools.
Can JIS G4404 SKS31 Be Substituted With KS D 3753 STS3?
JIS G4404 SKS31 and KS D 3753 STS3 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 KS D 3753 STS3?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4404 SKS31 be substituted with KS D 3753 STS3?
JIS G4404 SKS31 and KS D 3753 STS3 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.