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BS 970 EN36 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A

Minimal Match — 50.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN36 (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 EN36 is typically used for case hardened gears, cams, shafts, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.. BS 970 EN36 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 EN36 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 76.1% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 50.7%.

Frequently Compared With BS 970 EN36:
NF A35-565 100C6 GOST 4543 12HN3A UNI 11234 100Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
50.7%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN36 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Standard BS 970:1955 GB/T 3077-2015
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.14–0.20 0.10-0.15
Si (%) 0.10–0.35 0.17-0.37
Mn (%) 0.30–0.60 0.30-0.60
Cr (%) 0.60–1.10 1.25-1.65
Ni (%) 3.00–3.75 3.25-3.75
S (%) ≤0.040 0.025 max
P (%) ≤0.035 0.025 max
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 EN36 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength 775–930 MPa 980-1180 MPa
Yield Strength ≥585 MPa 785-980 MPa
Elongation ≥15% 10-14%
Case Hardness HRC 58–62 Not specified
Hardness Not specified 58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN36
Case hardened gears, cams, shafts
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Can BS 970 EN36 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 EN36 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
BS 970 EN36
Round Bar → (8 listings)
Diameter: 40–75 mm (1.57–2.95 in)
Length: 4800–6500 mm (188.98–255.91 in)
Forging → (3 listings)
Diameter: 150–150 mm (5.91–5.91 in)
Length: 500–1900 mm (19.69–74.8 in)
Hex Bar → (3 listings)
Across Flats: 55–55 mm (2.17–2.17 in)
Length: 2700–3500 mm (106.3–137.8 in)
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5000–6600 mm (196.85–259.84 in)
On M-EX Right Now
BS 970 EN36
14 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN36 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 EN36 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
BS 970 EN36 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.