Strong Match — 93.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4801 SUP9 (JIS G 4801:2005) and JIS G4801 SUP9A (JIS G 4801:2005) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Spring Steel category.
JIS G4801 SUP9 is typically used for automotive leaf springs, suspension springs, while JIS G4801 SUP9A is commonly used for heavy duty leaf springs, torsion bars.
JIS G4801 SUP9 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while JIS G4801 SUP9A is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4801 SUP9 vs JIS G4801 SUP9A is a 90.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 93.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4801 SUP9
JIS G4801 SUP9A
Tensile Strength
1180 MPa min (oil hardened)
≥1180 MPa
Yield Strength
≥1030 MPa
≥1030 MPa
Elongation
≥7%
≥7%
Hardness
363–429 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4801 SUP9
Automotive leaf springs, suspension springs
JIS G4801 SUP9A
Heavy duty leaf springs, torsion bars
Can JIS G4801 SUP9 Be Substituted With JIS G4801 SUP9A?
JIS G4801 SUP9 and JIS G4801 SUP9A overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4801 SUP9A is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4801 SUP9 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between JIS G4801 SUP9 and JIS G4801 SUP9A?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4801 SUP9 be substituted with JIS G4801 SUP9A?
JIS G4801 SUP9 and JIS G4801 SUP9A overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4801 SUP9A is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4801 SUP9 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.