JIS G4404 SKS93 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6

Minimal Match — 50.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4404 SKS93 (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 SKS93 is typically used for cold working molds, press dies, blanking dies, shear blades, gauges, jigs., while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is commonly used for rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling. JIS G4404 SKS93 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 SKS93 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is a 75.4% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 50.2%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4404 SKS93:
GOST 5950 4H5MFS AISI 52100 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
75.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
50.2%
Specifications
Property JIS G4404 SKS93 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Standard JIS G4404:2006 EN ISO 683-17:2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.00-1.10 0.93–1.05
Si (%) <=0.50 0.15–0.35
Mn (%) 0.80-1.10 0.25–0.45
P (%) <=0.03 ≤0.025
S (%) <=0.03 ≤0.025
Cr (%) 0.20-0.60 1.35–1.65
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 SKS93 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Hardness HRC (hardened) 60–64 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤212 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 SKS93
Cold working molds, press dies, blanking dies, shear blades, gauges, jigs.
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling
Can JIS G4404 SKS93 Be Substituted With EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
JIS G4404 SKS93 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
JIS G4404 SKS93
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3200–3300 mm (125.98–129.92 in)
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Round Bar → (18 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–6500 mm (118.11–255.91 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G4404 SKS93
2 active listings and RFQs →
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
18 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4404 SKS93 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4404 SKS93 be substituted with EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
JIS G4404 SKS93 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.