Strong Match — 87.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
SAE J404 5140 (SAE J404:2000) and JIS G4104 SCr440 (JIS G 4104:1979) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
SAE J404 5140 is typically used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope, while JIS G4104 SCr440 is commonly used for used in gears, shafts, bolts, spindles, couplings, and machine structural parts..
SAE J404 5140 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while JIS G4104 SCr440 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, SAE J404 5140 vs JIS G4104 SCr440 is a 87.9% 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 87.9%.
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 5140
JIS G4104 SCr440
Tensile Strength
Not specified
800-950 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
590 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
13% min
Hardness
Not specified
230-285 HB
Typical Applications
SAE J404 5140
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
JIS G4104 SCr440
Used in gears, shafts, bolts, spindles, couplings, and machine structural parts.
Can SAE J404 5140 Be Substituted With JIS G4104 SCr440?
SAE J404 5140 and JIS G4104 SCr440 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4104 SCr440 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J404 5140 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 5140 and JIS G4104 SCr440?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can SAE J404 5140 be substituted with JIS G4104 SCr440?
SAE J404 5140 and JIS G4104 SCr440 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4104 SCr440 is often considered as a substitute for SAE J404 5140 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.