Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AISI 5120 and EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 (EN 10028-2:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
AISI 5120 is typically used for case hardened gears, pins, shafts, cams, while EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is commonly used for flat products for pressure purposes.
AISI 5120 is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, AISI 5120 vs EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is a 57.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
AISI 5120
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
Condition
Carburized & Case Hardened
Usual delivery condition normalized and tempered (+NT), nominal thickness up to 16 mm; transverse direction, Yield Strength is ReH, Elongation is A
Tensile Strength
750–950 MPa
480-630 MPa
Case Hardness HRC
58–62
Not specified
Core Hardness HB
207–269
Not specified
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=310 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=18%
Typical Applications
AISI 5120
Case hardened gears, pins, shafts, cams
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
Flat products for pressure purposes
Key Differences
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 specifies P, S, N, Cu which are not specified for AISI 5120.
Can AISI 5120 Be Substituted With EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10?
AISI 5120 and EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 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.
What is the difference between AISI 5120 and EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10?
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 specifies P, S, N, Cu which are not specified for AISI 5120.
Can AISI 5120 be substituted with EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10?
AISI 5120 and EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 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.