This comprehensive guide presents Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) for metallurgical materials including castings, forgings, welding materials, and powder metallurgy products. The JIS designation system utilizes a prefix followed by a letter indicating the material category and four digits. These internationally recognized standards are extensively implemented throughout Asia and the Pacific region, often serving as the foundation for Korean, Chinese, and Taiwanese national standards. Developed by the Japanese Industrial Standards Committee in Tokyo, these specifications ensure quality and consistency across various industrial applications, from high-pressure vessels to corrosion-resistant components operating in extreme environments.
The Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) system follows a structured designation pattern. Each standard begins with the prefix "JIS," followed by a letter that indicates the specific industrial division, and then four digits that further classify the standard. This systematic approach allows for efficient categorization and identification of standards across various industries.
Developed by the Japanese Industrial Standards Committee (JISC) in Tokyo, JIS standards have gained significant international recognition, particularly in Asian and Pacific regions. Their influence extends beyond Japan, as many neighboring countries including Korea, China, and Taiwan have adopted JIS specifications as the foundation for their own national standards systems.
For those seeking more detailed information on the JIS designation methodology, please refer to the Introduction to the JIS Standard Designation System.
The JIS standards covered in this article address a wide range of industrial applications and material specifications. These include but are not limited to:
The standards are organized into four main material categories:
The JIS standards for castings cover various specifications for cast iron, cast steel, and specialty alloys used in industrial applications. These standards address dimensional tolerances, technical delivery requirements, inspection methods, and material compositions.
Table 1. Comprehensive list of JIS standards related to castings, including standard numbers, latest versions, descriptions, and current status
Standard Number |
Last version |
Description | Status |
B 0403 | 1995 | Castings - System of dimensional tolerances and machining allowances | |
B 0407 | 1978 | Permissible deviations in dimensions without tolerance indication for iron castings | Replaced by JIS B 0403:1995 |
B 0412 | 1978 | Permissible deviations in dimensions without tolerance indication for steel castings | Replaced by JIS B 0403:1995 |
B 0703 | 1987 | Roundness of castings | |
B 2031 | 1994 | Gray cast iron valves | |
F 2002 | 1976 | Cast iron dog type chain cable compressors | Withdrawn 1999 |
F 2003 | 1995 | Cast iron deck end rollers | Withdrawn 1999 |
F 2015 | 1987 | Cast steel bar type chain cable stoppers | Replaced by JIS F 2031:1998 |
F 2019 | 1979 | Cast iron deck end rollers (small size) | Withdrawn 1999 |
F 3058 | 1996 | Cast steel vertical storm valves | |
F 3060 | 1996 | Cast steel screwdown vertical storm valves | |
G 0307 | 1998 | Steel castings - General technical delivery requirements | |
G 0585 | 2002 | Radiographic inspection for steel castings | |
G 5101 | 1991 | Carbon steel castings | |
G 5102 | 1991 | Steel castings for welded structure | |
G 5111 | 1991 | High tensile strength carbon steel castings and low alloy steel castings for structural purposes | |
G 5121 | 2003 | Corrosion-resistant cast steels for general applications | |
G 5122 | 2003 | Heat-resistant cast steels and alloys for general applications | |
G 5131 | 2008 | High manganese steel castings | |
G 5151 | 1991 | Steel castings for high temperature and high pressure service | |
G 5152 | 1991 | Steel castings for low temperature and high pressure service | |
G 5201 | 1991 | Centrifugally cast steel pipes for welded structure | |
G 5202 | 1991 | Centrifugally cast steel pipes for high temperature and high pressure service | |
G 5501 | 1995 | Grey iron castings | |
G 5502 | 2001 | Spheroidal graphite iron castings | |
G 5503 | 1995 | Austempered spheroidal graphite iron castings | |
G 5504 | 2005 | Heavy-walled ferritic spheroidal graphite iron castings for low temperature service | |
G 5510 | 1999 | Austenitic iron castings | |
G 5511 | 1991 | Low thermal expansive Fe-alloy castings | |
G 5525 | 2000 | Cast-iron drainage pipes and fittings | |
G 5703 | 1988 | Whiteheart malleable iron castings | Replaced by JIS G 5705:2000 |
G 5704 | 1988 | Pearlitic malleable iron castings | |
G 5705 | 2000 | Malleable iron castings | |
G 5903 | 1975 | Cast shot and grit |
This category encompasses standards for carbon steel forgings, alloy steel forgings, stainless steel forgings, and specialty forgings designed for specific service conditions such as high-temperature or low-temperature environments.
Table 2. JIS standards pertaining to forgings, detailing standard numbers, versions, descriptions, and status information
Standard Number |
Last version |
Description | Status |
B 0415 | 1975 | Dimensional tolerance for steel die forgings (hammer and press forging) | |
B 0416 | 1975 | Dimensional tolerance for steel die forgings (upsetting) | |
B 0418 | 1999 | Machining allowance for open die forgings | |
B 0706 | 1987 | Corner and fillet radii of forged parts (hot and warm forgings) | |
B 5013 | 1994 | Die sets for press dies | Withdrawn 2001 |
G 0306 | 1988 | Steel forgings - General technical requirements | |
G 3201 | 1988 | Carbon steel forgings for general use | |
G 3202 | 1988 | Carbon steel forgings for pressure vessels | |
G 3203 | 1988 | Alloy steel forgings for pressure vessels for high-temperature service | |
G 3204 | 1988 | Quenched and tempered alloy steel forgings for pressure vessels | |
G 3205 | 1988 | Carbon and alloy steel forgings for pressure vessels for low-temperature service | |
G 3206 | 1993 | High strength chromium-molybdenum alloy steel forgings for pressure vessels under high-temperature service | |
G 3214 | 1991 | Stainless steel forgings for pressure vessels | |
G 3221 | 1988 | Chromium molybdenum steel forgings for general use | |
G 3222 | 1988 | Nickel chromium molybdenum steel forgings for general use | |
G 3223 | 1988 | High tensile strength steel forgings for tower flanges | |
G 3251 | 1988 | Carbon steel blooms and billets for forgings | |
G 3545 | 1991 | Boron steel wires for cold heading and cold forging | Replaced by JIS G 3508-2:2005 |
G 4315 | 2000 | Stainless steel wires for cold heading and cold forging | |
G 4319 | 1991 | Stainless steel blooms and billets for forgings | |
G 4320 | 2003 | Cold-formed stainless steel sections | |
G 4321 | 2000 | Stainless steel for building structure | |
G 4322 | 2008 | Stainless steel bars for concrete reinforcement | |
G 4901 | 1999 | Corrosion-resisting and heat-resisting superalloy bars | |
G 4902 | 1991 | Corrosion-resisting and heat-resisting superalloy plates and sheets | |
G 4903 | 2008 | Seamless nickel-chromium-iron alloy pipes | |
G 4904 | 2008 | Seamless nickel-chromium-iron alloy heat exchanger tubes |
The welding and filler materials standards section includes specifications for electrodes, welding procedures, and materials used in specialty welding applications such as stainless steel overlay welding.
Table 3. JIS standards specific to welding and filler materials, providing standard numbers, latest versions, descriptions, and current status.
Standard Number |
Last version |
Description | Status |
G 4316 | 1991 | Stainless steel wire rods for welding | |
Z 3252 | 2001 | Covered electrodes for cast iron | |
Z 3322 | 2002 | Materials for stainless steel overlay welding with strip electrode | |
Z 3422-1 | 2003 | Specification and approval of welding procedures for metallic materials - Welding procedure tests - Part 1: Arc and gas welding of steels and arc welding of nickel and nickel alloys |
The standards in this category address terminology, testing methods, and specifications for powder metallurgy products and sintered materials used in various industrial applications.
Table 4. JIS standards related to powder metallurgy and sintered materials, including standard numbers, versions, descriptions, and status information.
Standard Number |
Last version |
Description | Status |
H 2601 | 1983 | Iron powder | Withdrawn 2000 |
Z 2500 | 2000 | Powder metallurgy - Vocabulary | |
Z 2501 | 2000 | Sintered metal materials - Determination of density, oil content, and open porosity | |
Z 2502 | 2000 | Metallic powders - Determination of flowability by means of a calibrated funnel (Hall flowmeter) | |
Z 2503 | 2000 | Powders for powder metallurgical purposes - Sampling | |
Z 2550 | 2000 | Sintered metal materials - Specification |
JIS standards play a crucial role in ensuring quality, safety, and compatibility across industries. For manufacturers and engineers working with metallurgical materials, these standards provide essential guidelines for material selection, production processes, and quality control.
The widespread adoption of JIS standards throughout Asia and the Pacific region has facilitated international trade and collaboration in manufacturing. By adhering to these recognized standards, companies can ensure their products meet globally accepted quality requirements and performance specifications.
Whether working with castings for pressure vessels, forgings for high-temperature applications, or specialized welding materials, professionals in metallurgical industries benefit from the comprehensive framework provided by the JIS standards system.
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