Strong Match — 87.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D3867 SCM440 (KS D 3867:2025) and SAE J404 4140 (SAE J404:2000) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
KS D3867 SCM440 is typically used for shafts,gears,axles,bolts,automotive parts,machine components,spindles,hydraulic parts, while SAE J404 4140 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope.
KS D3867 SCM440 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while SAE J404 4140 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, KS D3867 SCM440 vs SAE J404 4140 is a 87.9% 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 87.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
KS D3867 SCM440
SAE J404 4140
Tensile Strength
900-1100 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
700-900 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
11-16 %
Not specified
Hardness
248-320 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
KS D3867 SCM440
shafts,gears,axles,bolts,automotive parts,machine components,spindles,hydraulic parts
SAE J404 4140
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Can KS D3867 SCM440 Be Substituted With SAE J404 4140?
KS D3867 SCM440 and SAE J404 4140 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J404 4140 is often considered as a substitute for KS D3867 SCM440 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 D3867 SCM440 and SAE J404 4140?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can KS D3867 SCM440 be substituted with SAE J404 4140?
KS D3867 SCM440 and SAE J404 4140 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J404 4140 is often considered as a substitute for KS D3867 SCM440 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.