Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN353 (BS 970:1955) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN353 is typically used for heavily loaded gears, cams, camshafts, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
BS 970 EN353 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 EN353 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 57.2% 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
BS 970 EN353
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
≥1004 MPa (65 tons/sq in, converted)
980-1180 MPa
Elongation
≥12%
10-14%
Condition
core, min (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Not specified
Yield Strength
Not specified
785-980 MPa
Hardness
Not specified
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN353
Heavily loaded gears, cams, camshafts
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
BS 970 EN353 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
Can BS 970 EN353 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 EN353 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 EN353 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 EN353 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
Can BS 970 EN353 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 EN353 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.