SAE J404 51B60 vs NF A35-565 100C6

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SAE J404 51B60 (SAE J404:2000) and NF A35-565 100C6 are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. SAE J404 51B60 is typically used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope, while NF A35-565 100C6 is commonly used for ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races, rollers, precision tools, wear resistant parts. SAE J404 51B60 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while NF A35-565 100C6 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France.

As per chemical composition, SAE J404 51B60 vs NF A35-565 100C6 is a 75.8% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
75.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property SAE J404 51B60 NF A35-565 100C6
Standard SAE J404:2000 NF A35-565
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.56-0.64 0.95-1.05
Cr (%) 0.70-0.90 1.35-1.65
Mn (%) 0.75-1.00 0.25-0.45
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.027
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.025
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 0.15-0.35
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 51B60 NF A35-565 100C6
Tensile Strength Not specified 850-1100 MPa
Hardness Not specified 60-66 HRC
Typical Applications
SAE J404 51B60
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
NF A35-565 100C6
ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races, rollers, precision tools, wear resistant parts
Can SAE J404 51B60 Be Substituted With NF A35-565 100C6?
SAE J404 51B60 and NF A35-565 100C6 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
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SAE J404 51B60
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NF A35-565 100C6
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Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 6700–6700 mm (263.78–263.78 in)
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SAE J404 51B60
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SAE J404 51B60 and NF A35-565 100C6?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can SAE J404 51B60 be substituted with NF A35-565 100C6?
SAE J404 51B60 and NF A35-565 100C6 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.