Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D3867 SCM415 (KS D 3867:2025) and NF A35-565 100C6 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
KS D3867 SCM415 is typically used for gears, shafts, camshafts, piston pins, precision machine components requiring hard surface and tough core., while NF A35-565 100C6 is commonly used for ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races, rollers, precision tools, wear resistant parts.
KS D3867 SCM415 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while NF A35-565 100C6 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France.
As per chemical composition, KS D3867 SCM415 vs NF A35-565 100C6 is a 66.7% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
KS D3867 SCM415
NF A35-565 100C6
Tensile Strength
Not specified
850-1100 MPa
Hardness
Not specified
60-66 HRC
Typical Applications
KS D3867 SCM415
Gears, shafts, camshafts, piston pins, precision machine components requiring hard surface and tough core.
KS D3867 SCM415 specifies Mo which is not specified for NF A35-565 100C6.
Can KS D3867 SCM415 Be Substituted With NF A35-565 100C6?
KS D3867 SCM415 and NF A35-565 100C6 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 KS D3867 SCM415 and NF A35-565 100C6?
KS D3867 SCM415 specifies Mo which is not specified for NF A35-565 100C6.
Can KS D3867 SCM415 be substituted with NF A35-565 100C6?
KS D3867 SCM415 and NF A35-565 100C6 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.