Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 (EN ISO 683-17:2014) and GOST 4543 12HN3A (GOST 4543-2016) 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 GOST 4543 12HN3A is commonly used for used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components..
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 is defined under European Standard (EN) (Europe).
As per chemical composition, EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 vs GOST 4543 12HN3A is a 55.4% 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
GOST 4543 12HN3A
Tensile Strength
700-850 MPa
850-1050 MPa
Yield Strength
500 MPa min
685 MPa min
Elongation
14% min
11% min
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.
GOST 4543 12HN3A
Used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components.
Key Differences
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 specifies P, S, Mo which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A.
GOST 4543 12HN3A specifies Ni which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4.
Can EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 Be Substituted With GOST 4543 12HN3A?
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 and GOST 4543 12HN3A 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 GOST 4543 12HN3A?
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 specifies P, S, Mo which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A. GOST 4543 12HN3A specifies Ni which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4.
Can EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 be substituted with GOST 4543 12HN3A?
EN ISO 683-17 20CrMo4 and GOST 4543 12HN3A 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.