Close Alternative — 79.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
SS 14 23 12 2312 and SAE J403 1118 (SAE J403:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category.
SS 14 23 12 2312 is typically used for precision turned parts,bushes,fittings,studs,nuts,automatic lathe components,small machined parts, while SAE J403 1118 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes.
SS 14 23 12 2312 is defined under Swedish Standards (SS), originating from Sweden, while SAE J403 1118 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, SS 14 23 12 2312 vs SAE J403 1118 is a 79.2% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 79.2%.
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 23 12 2312
SAE J403 1118
Tensile Strength
380-570 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
240 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
16-22 %
Not specified
Hardness
100-170 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
SS 14 23 12 2312
precision turned parts,bushes,fittings,studs,nuts,automatic lathe components,small machined parts
SAE J403 1118
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
SS 14 23 12 2312 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1118.
Can SS 14 23 12 2312 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1118?
SS 14 23 12 2312 and SAE J403 1118 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between SS 14 23 12 2312 and SAE J403 1118?
SS 14 23 12 2312 specifies Si which is not specified for SAE J403 1118.
Can SS 14 23 12 2312 be substituted with SAE J403 1118?
SS 14 23 12 2312 and SAE J403 1118 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.