EN 10083-1 3C22 vs EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2

Related Material — 65% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10083-1 3C22 (EN 10083-1:1991) and EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 (EN 10084:2008) are both steel grades. EN 10083-1 3C22 is classified under Carbon Steel, while EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN 10083-1 3C22 is typically used for quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1), while EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 is commonly used for gears, shafts and automotive transmission components. EN 10083-1 3C22 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10083-1 3C22 vs EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 is a 65.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10083-1 3C22:
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A81 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A67 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A78 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A72 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
65.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property EN 10083-1 3C22 EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2
Standard EN 10083-1:1991 EN 10084:2008
Category Carbon Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.17-0.24 0.17-0.23
Cr (%) <=0.40 0.35-0.70
Cr+Mo+Ni (%) <=0.63 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.40-0.70 0.65-0.95
Mo (%) <=0.10 0.15-0.25
Ni (%) <=0.40 0.40-0.70
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.025
S (%) 0.020-0.040 <=0.035
Si (%) <=0.40 <=0.40
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10083-1 3C22 EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2
Condition Quenched and tempered, ruling section d <= 16 mm Soft annealed
Elongation 20% min Not specified
Tensile Strength 500 to 650 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 340 MPa min Not specified
Hardenability Not specified +H band at 1.5 mm from the quenched end: 41 to 49 HRC
Hardness Not specified Soft annealed: 212 HB max
Typical Applications
EN 10083-1 3C22
Quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1)
EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2
Gears, shafts and automotive transmission components
Key Differences
Can EN 10083-1 3C22 Be Substituted With EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2?
EN 10083-1 3C22 and EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 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
EN 10083-1 3C22
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EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2
Round Bar → (5 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5400–6900 mm (212.6–271.65 in)
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EN 10083-1 3C22
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EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10083-1 3C22 and EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2?
Different category: EN 10083-1 3C22 is Carbon Steel, EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 is Alloy Steel. EN 10083-1 3C22 specifies Cr+Mo+Ni which is not specified for EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2.
Can EN 10083-1 3C22 be substituted with EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2?
EN 10083-1 3C22 and EN 10084 20NiCrMo2-2 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.