Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 (EN ISO 683-17:2014) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 is typically used for used in gears, shafts, axles, high-tensile bolts, and structural components., while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 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 ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 55.5% 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 ISO 683-17 20CrMo4
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
700-850 MPa
980-1180 MPa
Yield Strength
500 MPa min
785-980 MPa
Elongation
14% min
10-14%
Hardness
207-248 HB
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4
Used in gears, shafts, axles, high-tensile bolts, and structural components.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Ni which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4.
Can EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 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 ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A. GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Ni which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4.
Can EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 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.