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GB/T 1222 55CrMnA vs EN 10089 55Cr3

Close Alternative — 74.5% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 1222 55CrMnA (GB/T 1222-2016) and EN 10089 55Cr3 (EN 10089:2002) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Spring Steel category. GB/T 1222 55CrMnA is typically used for automotive leaf springs, coil springs, while EN 10089 55Cr3 is commonly used for automotive leaf springs, heavy coil springs. GB/T 1222 55CrMnA is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while EN 10089 55Cr3 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 1222 55CrMnA vs EN 10089 55Cr3 is a 95.1% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 74.5%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 1222 55CrMnA:
EN 10089 55Si7 EN 10089 50CrV4 EN 10083-3 51CrV4 IS 3195 50Cr4V2 IS 5517 55Cr3 IS 3195 60Cr4V2 IS 3431 60Cr4V2 IS 3195 52Cr4Mo2V IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Si7 IS 4367 55Si7 IS 3195 60Si7 BS 970 EN42B
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
95.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
74.5%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1222 55CrMnA EN 10089 55Cr3
Standard GB/T 1222-2016 EN 10089:2002
Category Spring Steel Spring Steel
C (%) 0.52–0.60 0.52–0.59
Si (%) 0.17–0.37 0.15–0.35
Mn (%) 0.70–1.00 0.70–1.00
Cr (%) 0.65–0.95 0.60–0.90
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GB/T 1222 55CrMnA EN 10089 55Cr3
Tensile Strength ≥1225 MPa 1100–1350 MPa
Yield Strength ≥1080 MPa ≥1000 MPa
Elongation ≥6% ≥6%
Hardness Not specified 321–388 HB
Typical Applications
GB/T 1222 55CrMnA
Automotive leaf springs, coil springs
EN 10089 55Cr3
Automotive leaf springs, heavy coil springs
Can GB/T 1222 55CrMnA Be Substituted With EN 10089 55Cr3?
GB/T 1222 55CrMnA and EN 10089 55Cr3 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
GB/T 1222 55CrMnA
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 30–30 mm (1.18–1.18 in)
Length: 5600–7000 mm (220.47–275.59 in)
EN 10089 55Cr3
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 30–30 mm (1.18–1.18 in)
Length: 5100–6600 mm (200.79–259.84 in)
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GB/T 1222 55CrMnA
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EN 10089 55Cr3
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 1222 55CrMnA and EN 10089 55Cr3?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can GB/T 1222 55CrMnA be substituted with EN 10089 55Cr3?
GB/T 1222 55CrMnA and EN 10089 55Cr3 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.