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SAE J403 12L14 vs SAE J403 1117

Close Alternative — 72.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SAE J403 12L14 (SAE J403:2001) and SAE J403 1117 (SAE J403:2009) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category. SAE J403 12L14 is typically used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes, while SAE J403 1117 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes. SAE J403 12L14 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while SAE J403 1117 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, SAE J403 12L14 vs SAE J403 1117 is a 72.7% 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 72.7%.

Frequently Compared With SAE J403 12L14:
SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1132 IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1126 SAE J403 1132 IS 4432 10C8S10 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1126 SAE J403 1126
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
72.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
72.7%
Specifications
Property SAE J403 12L14 SAE J403 1117
Standard SAE J403:2001 SAE J403:2009
Category Free Machining Steel Free Machining Steel
C (%) <=0.15 0.14-0.20
Mn (%) 0.85-1.15 1.00-1.30
P (%) 0.04-0.09 <=0.030
Pb (%) 0.15-0.35 Not specified
S (%) 0.26-0.35 0.08-0.13
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
SAE J403 12L14
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
SAE J403 1117
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
Can SAE J403 12L14 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1117?
SAE J403 12L14 and SAE J403 1117 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SAE J403 12L14 and SAE J403 1117?
SAE J403 12L14 specifies Pb which is not specified for SAE J403 1117.
Can SAE J403 12L14 be substituted with SAE J403 1117?
SAE J403 12L14 and SAE J403 1117 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.