Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 (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) 708A37 is typically used for used for gears, shafts, studs, machine spindles, crankshafts, and automotive components., 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) 708A37 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) 708A37 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 52.4% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
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
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37
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) 708A37
Used for gears, shafts, studs, machine spindles, crankshafts, and automotive components.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si, Ni which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A 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 BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A. GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si, Ni which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A 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.