Category SAE Standards

The SAE J377-2007 standard specifies performance and testing requirements for vehicular traffic sound signaling devices, commonly known as horns. This revision introduced important updates for horns intended for high or severe usage areas and refined the combined environment test to…

SAE J366:2011 is a stabilized surface vehicle standard that defines the test procedures, instrumentation, and site requirements for measuring the exterior sound level of heavy trucks and buses. Originally issued in 1969, the standard has been under the stewardship of…

The SAE J370 standard, originally issued in 1968 and cancelled in April 2006, prescribed a set of preferred bolt and capscrew diameters for use in construction and industrial machinery. The goal was to improve serviceability by encouraging designers to choose…

The latest revision of SAE J371 (January 2025) provides a recommended practice for standardizing drain, fill, and level plugs used in off-road, self-propelled work machines. Published by SAE International, this standard aims to reduce the variety of plug types and…

Purpose and Scope SAE J361-2022 is a recommended practice that specifies procedures for the visual evaluation of color and appearance of interior and exterior automotive trim parts and materials. It applies to opaque or nearly opaque materials such as topcoat…

This standard provides a repeatable method for evaluating how well trim materials resist scuffing, essential for maintaining appearance in automotive interiors. Using a Taber rotary platform abraser with a specialized scuff fixture, J365 applies controlled wear under defined conditions. This…

The SAE Information Report J357-2016 serves as a vital reference for engineers and maintenance professionals involved in the design, operation, and upkeep of internal combustion engines. It consolidates the essential physical and chemical properties of both new and used engine…

Nondestructive testing (NDT) is essential for ensuring the quality and reliability of surface vehicle components without causing damage. The SAE J358-2017 standard provides a comprehensive overview of various NDT methods, their principles, applications, and limitations. This article summarizes the key…

SAE J360 establishes a uniform procedure for determining the grade parking performance of heavy vehicles, including trucks, buses, and truck-tractors with a GVWR over 4536 kg (10,000 lb). This recommended practice is essential for ensuring that parking brake systems can…

Overview and Scope SAE J351-1998 is a recommended practice that defines the physical and chemical requirements for oil-tempered carbon-steel wire used to manufacture engine valve springs and other springs demanding high fatigue resistance. Although the standard was canceled in June…