Strong Match — 89.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
SAE J404 4130 (SAE J404:2000) and JIS G4053 SCM430 (JIS G4053:2008) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
SAE J404 4130 is typically used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope, while JIS G4053 SCM430 is commonly used for chromium-molybdenum through-hardening (quenched and tempered) alloy steel; shafts, bolts, gears, and machine components requiring moderate strength and toughness.
SAE J404 4130 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while JIS G4053 SCM430 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, SAE J404 4130 vs JIS G4053 SCM430 is a 89.3% 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 89.3%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
SAE J404 4130
JIS G4053 SCM430
Tensile Strength
Not specified
930 MPa min
Yield Strength
Not specified
785 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
12% min
Hardness
Not specified
269-331 HB
Typical Applications
SAE J404 4130
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
JIS G4053 SCM430
Chromium-molybdenum through-hardening (quenched and tempered) alloy steel; shafts, bolts, gears, and machine components requiring moderate strength and toughness
Can SAE J404 4130 Be Substituted With JIS G4053 SCM430?
SAE J404 4130 and JIS G4053 SCM430 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4053 SCM430 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J404 4130 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between SAE J404 4130 and JIS G4053 SCM430?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can SAE J404 4130 be substituted with JIS G4053 SCM430?
SAE J404 4130 and JIS G4053 SCM430 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4053 SCM430 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J404 4130 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.