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SAE J403 1074 vs DIN 17222 C75

Strong Match — 93.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SAE J403 1074 (SAE J403:2001) and DIN 17222 C75 (DIN 17222:1979-08) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. SAE J403 1074 is typically used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes, while DIN 17222 C75 is commonly used for springs, chisels, punches, cutting tools, hand tools. SAE J403 1074 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while DIN 17222 C75 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany.

As per chemical composition, SAE J403 1074 vs DIN 17222 C75 is a 93.1% 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 93.1%.

Frequently Compared With SAE J403 1074:
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A78 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A72 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
93.1%
Specifications
Property SAE J403 1074 DIN 17222 C75
Standard SAE J403:2001 DIN 17222:1979-08
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.70-0.80 0.70–0.80
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 0.50–0.80
P (%) <=0.030 ≤0.040
S (%) <=0.050 ≤0.040
Si (%) Not specified 0.15–0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property SAE J403 1074 DIN 17222 C75
Tensile Strength Not specified 850–1000 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC Not specified 58–63 (hardened)
Hardness HB Not specified 229–285 (annealed)
Typical Applications
SAE J403 1074
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
DIN 17222 C75
Springs, chisels, punches, cutting tools, hand tools
Key Differences
Can SAE J403 1074 Be Substituted With DIN 17222 C75?
SAE J403 1074 and DIN 17222 C75 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that DIN 17222 C75 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J403 1074 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
SAE J403 1074
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DIN 17222 C75
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Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5200–7000 mm (204.72–275.59 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SAE J403 1074 and DIN 17222 C75?
DIN 17222 C75 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1074.
Can SAE J403 1074 be substituted with DIN 17222 C75?
SAE J403 1074 and DIN 17222 C75 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that DIN 17222 C75 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J403 1074 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.