SAE J404 4320 vs ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7

Strong Match — 98.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SAE J404 4320 (SAE J404:2000) and ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 (ISO 683-17:1999) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. SAE J404 4320 is typically used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope, while ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 is commonly used for used in large gears, turbine shafts, marine gearboxes, heavy-duty pinions, and industrial transmissions.. SAE J404 4320 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 is defined under International Organization for Standardization (ISO), originating from International.

As per chemical composition, SAE J404 4320 vs ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 is a 98.2% 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 98.2%.

Frequently Compared With SAE J404 4320:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
98.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
98.2%
Specifications
Property SAE J404 4320 ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7
Standard SAE J404:2000 ISO 683-17:1999
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.17-0.22 0.17-0.22
Cr (%) 0.40-0.60 0.40-0.60
Mn (%) 0.45-0.65 0.45-0.65
Mo (%) 0.20-0.30 0.20-0.30
Ni (%) 1.65-2.00 1.65-2.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 0.15-0.30
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 4320 ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7
Tensile Strength Not specified 1000-1300 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified 800 MPa min
Elongation Not specified 9-12%
Hardness Not specified 300-360 HB
Typical Applications
SAE J404 4320
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7
Used in large gears, turbine shafts, marine gearboxes, heavy-duty pinions, and industrial transmissions.
Can SAE J404 4320 Be Substituted With ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7?
SAE J404 4320 and ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J404 4320 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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SAE J404 4320
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ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7
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Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 6600–7000 mm (259.84–275.59 in)
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SAE J404 4320
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SAE J404 4320 and ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can SAE J404 4320 be substituted with ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7?
SAE J404 4320 and ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ISO 683-17 20NiCrMo7 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J404 4320 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.