Close Alternative — 84.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 1213 (SAE J403:2009) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category.
NF A35-562 S300Pb is typically used for used for turned parts, fittings, screws, nuts, hydraulic components, and precision machined parts., while SAE J403 1213 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes.
NF A35-562 S300Pb is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while SAE J403 1213 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, NF A35-562 S300Pb vs SAE J403 1213 is a 84.1% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.1%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
NF A35-562 S300Pb
SAE J403 1213
Tensile Strength
420-550 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
250-350 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
8-15%
Not specified
Hardness
120-180 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
NF A35-562 S300Pb
Used for turned parts, fittings, screws, nuts, hydraulic components, and precision machined parts.
SAE J403 1213
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
NF A35-562 S300Pb specifies Si, Pb which are not specified for SAE J403 1213.
Can NF A35-562 S300Pb Be Substituted With SAE J403 1213?
NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 1213 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 1213?
NF A35-562 S300Pb specifies Si, Pb which are not specified for SAE J403 1213.
Can NF A35-562 S300Pb be substituted with SAE J403 1213?
NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 1213 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.