Strong Match — 89.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D3752 SM45C (KS D 3752:2024) and SAE J403 1045 (SAE J403:2009) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
KS D3752 SM45C is typically used for shafts, keys, gears, bolts, couplings, general machine parts requiring moderate strength., while SAE J403 1045 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes.
KS D3752 SM45C is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while SAE J403 1045 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, KS D3752 SM45C vs SAE J403 1045 is a 89.9% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 89.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
KS D3752 SM45C
SAE J403 1045
Tensile Strength
690 MPa min (quenched & tempered)
Not specified
Yield Strength
490 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
17% min
Not specified
Hardness
HB 201-269
Not specified
Typical Applications
KS D3752 SM45C
Shafts, keys, gears, bolts, couplings, general machine parts requiring moderate strength.
SAE J403 1045
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
KS D3752 SM45C specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1045.
Can KS D3752 SM45C Be Substituted With SAE J403 1045?
KS D3752 SM45C and SAE J403 1045 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1045 is often considered as a substitute for KS D3752 SM45C 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 KS D3752 SM45C and SAE J403 1045?
KS D3752 SM45C specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1045.
Can KS D3752 SM45C be substituted with SAE J403 1045?
KS D3752 SM45C and SAE J403 1045 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1045 is often considered as a substitute for KS D3752 SM45C in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.