Related Material — 64.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4801 SUP9 (JIS G 4801:2005) and GB/T 1222 55CrMnA (GB/T 1222-2016) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Spring Steel category.
JIS G4801 SUP9 is typically used for automotive leaf springs, suspension springs, while GB/T 1222 55CrMnA is commonly used for automotive leaf springs, coil springs.
JIS G4801 SUP9 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while GB/T 1222 55CrMnA is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4801 SUP9 vs GB/T 1222 55CrMnA is a 96.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.6%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4801 SUP9
GB/T 1222 55CrMnA
Tensile Strength
1180 MPa min (oil hardened)
≥1225 MPa
Yield Strength
≥1030 MPa
≥1080 MPa
Elongation
≥7%
≥6%
Hardness
363–429 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4801 SUP9
Automotive leaf springs, suspension springs
GB/T 1222 55CrMnA
Automotive leaf springs, coil springs
Key Differences
JIS G4801 SUP9 specifies P, S which are not specified for GB/T 1222 55CrMnA.
Can JIS G4801 SUP9 Be Substituted With GB/T 1222 55CrMnA?
JIS G4801 SUP9 and GB/T 1222 55CrMnA 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 G4801 SUP9 and GB/T 1222 55CrMnA?
JIS G4801 SUP9 specifies P, S which are not specified for GB/T 1222 55CrMnA.
Can JIS G4801 SUP9 be substituted with GB/T 1222 55CrMnA?
JIS G4801 SUP9 and GB/T 1222 55CrMnA 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.