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SAE J403 1002 vs ASTM A36

Close Alternative — 84.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SAE J403 1002 (SAE J403:2014) and ASTM A36 (ASTM A36) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. SAE J403 1002 is typically used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes, while ASTM A36 is commonly used for structural fabrication, bridges, buildings, machinery parts, flanges. SAE J403 1002 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while ASTM A36 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, SAE J403 1002 vs ASTM A36 is a 84.2% 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 84.2%.

Frequently Compared With SAE J403 1002:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
84.2%
Specifications
Property SAE J403 1002 ASTM A36
Standard SAE J403:2014 ASTM A36
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.02-0.04 ≤0.26
Mn (%) <=0.35 ≤1.20
P (%) <=0.030 (flat rolled), <=0.040 (long products) ≤0.040
S (%) <=0.035 (flat rolled), <=0.050 (long products) ≤0.050
Si (%) Not specified 0.15–0.40
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 1002 ASTM A36
Tensile Strength Not specified 400–550 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified 250 MPa min
Elongation Not specified ≥23%
Typical Applications
SAE J403 1002
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
ASTM A36
Structural fabrication, bridges, buildings, machinery parts, flanges
Key Differences
Can SAE J403 1002 Be Substituted With ASTM A36?
SAE J403 1002 and ASTM A36 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
SAE J403 1002
No active listings currently.
ASTM A36
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5600–6500 mm (220.47–255.91 in)
Plate → (2 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–2700 mm (98.43–106.3 in)
On M-EX Right Now
SAE J403 1002
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ASTM A36
4 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SAE J403 1002 and ASTM A36?
ASTM A36 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1002.
Can SAE J403 1002 be substituted with ASTM A36?
SAE J403 1002 and ASTM A36 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.