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SS 14 21 72 2172 vs SAE J403 1045

Strong Match — 88.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SS 14 21 72 2172 and SAE J403 1045 (SAE J403:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. SS 14 21 72 2172 is typically used for shafts,axles,gears,studs,bolts,general engineering components,machine parts, while SAE J403 1045 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes. SS 14 21 72 2172 is defined under Swedish Standards (SS), originating from Sweden, while SAE J403 1045 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, SS 14 21 72 2172 vs SAE J403 1045 is a 88.6% 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 88.6%.

Frequently Compared With SS 14 21 72 2172:
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
88.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
88.6%
Specifications
Property SS 14 21 72 2172 SAE J403 1045
Standard SS 14 21 72 SAE J403:2014
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.42-0.50 0.43-0.50
Si (%) 0.10-0.40 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 0.60-0.90
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030 (flat rolled), <=0.040 (long products)
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.035 (flat rolled), <=0.050 (long products)
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property SS 14 21 72 2172 SAE J403 1045
Tensile Strength 620-800 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 340-490 MPa Not specified
Elongation 14-20 % Not specified
Hardness 179-235 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
SS 14 21 72 2172
shafts,axles,gears,studs,bolts,general engineering components,machine parts
SAE J403 1045
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
Can SS 14 21 72 2172 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1045?
SS 14 21 72 2172 and SAE J403 1045 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1045 is often considered as a substitute for SS 14 21 72 2172 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
SS 14 21 72 2172
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 6200–6200 mm (244.09–244.09 in)
SAE J403 1045
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5900–6900 mm (232.28–271.65 in)
On M-EX Right Now
SS 14 21 72 2172
2 active listings and RFQs →
SAE J403 1045
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SS 14 21 72 2172 and SAE J403 1045?
SS 14 21 72 2172 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1045.
Can SS 14 21 72 2172 be substituted with SAE J403 1045?
SS 14 21 72 2172 and SAE J403 1045 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1045 is often considered as a substitute for SS 14 21 72 2172 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.