Strong Match — 94.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4804 SUM22L (JIS G 4804:2021) and JIS G4804 SUM23L (JIS G 4804:2021) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category.
JIS G4804 SUM22L is typically used for complex precision turned parts, high speed machining, while JIS G4804 SUM23L is commonly used for small precision turned parts.
JIS G4804 SUM22L is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while JIS G4804 SUM23L is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4804 SUM22L vs JIS G4804 SUM23L is a 92.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 94.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4804 SUM22L
JIS G4804 SUM23L
Tensile Strength
380–490 MPa
380–490 MPa
Hardness
≤149 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4804 SUM22L
Complex precision turned parts, high speed machining
JIS G4804 SUM23L
Small precision turned parts
Can JIS G4804 SUM22L Be Substituted With JIS G4804 SUM23L?
JIS G4804 SUM22L and JIS G4804 SUM23L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4804 SUM23L is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4804 SUM22L 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 G4804 SUM22L and JIS G4804 SUM23L?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4804 SUM22L be substituted with JIS G4804 SUM23L?
JIS G4804 SUM22L and JIS G4804 SUM23L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4804 SUM23L is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4804 SUM22L in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.