Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 (EN 10085:2001) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 is typically used for nitrided precision components, crankshafts, gears, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 55.3% 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
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
850–1000 MPa
980-1180 MPa
Surface Hardness HV
≥900 (nitrided)
Not specified
Core Hardness HB
248–302
Not specified
Yield Strength
Not specified
785-980 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
10-14%
Hardness
Not specified
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7
Nitrided precision components, crankshafts, gears
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 specifies Mo, Al which are not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si, Ni, P, S which are not specified for EN 10085 41CrAlMo7.
Can EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 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 EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 specifies Mo, Al which are not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A. GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si, Ni, P, S which are not specified for EN 10085 41CrAlMo7.
Can EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
EN 10085 41CrAlMo7 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.