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NF A35-562 S300Pb vs SAE J403 12L14

Strong Match — 89.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 12L14 (SAE J403:2014) 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 12L14 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 12L14 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, NF A35-562 S300Pb vs SAE J403 12L14 is a 89.6% 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 89.6%.

Frequently Compared With NF A35-562 S300Pb:
IS 4432 10C8S10 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1126 SAE J403 1126 SAE J403 1141 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1126 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1118 IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 SAE J403 1118
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
89.6%
Specifications
Property NF A35-562 S300Pb SAE J403 12L14
Standard NF A35-562 SAE J403:2014
Category Free Machining Steel Free Machining Steel
C (%) 0.08-0.15 <=0.15
Si (%) 0.05 max Not specified
Mn (%) 0.80-1.20 0.85-1.15
S (%) 0.24-0.33 0.26-0.35
Pb (%) 0.15-0.35 0.15-0.35
P (%) 0.11 max 0.04-0.09
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 12L14
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 12L14
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
Can NF A35-562 S300Pb Be Substituted With SAE J403 12L14?
NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 12L14 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 12L14 is often considered as a substitute for NF A35-562 S300Pb in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
NF A35-562 S300Pb
Hex Bar → (2 listings)
Across Flats: 25–25 mm (0.98–0.98 in)
Length: 2500–4400 mm (98.43–173.23 in)
SAE J403 12L14
Hex Bar → (3 listings)
Across Flats: 25–25 mm (0.98–0.98 in)
Length: 3400–3700 mm (133.86–145.67 in)
On M-EX Right Now
NF A35-562 S300Pb
2 active listings and RFQs →
SAE J403 12L14
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 12L14?
NF A35-562 S300Pb specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 12L14.
Can NF A35-562 S300Pb be substituted with SAE J403 12L14?
NF A35-562 S300Pb and SAE J403 12L14 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 12L14 is often considered as a substitute for NF A35-562 S300Pb in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.