Close Alternative — 78.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 is typically used for case hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (table 11 mechanical properties)., while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 78.6% 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 78.6%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
Not specified
980-1180 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
785-980 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
10-14%
Hardness
Not specified
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13
Case hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (Table 11 mechanical properties).
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A 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 BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 (Part 1) 655M13 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A 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.