GB/T 3077 12CrMoV vs SAE J404 4118

Related Material — 64.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 3077 12CrMoV (GB/T 3077:2015) and SAE J404 4118 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. GB/T 3077 12CrMoV is typically used for hot-rolled or forged structural alloy steel bars, while SAE J404 4118 is commonly used for gears, camshafts, pins and lightly stressed automotive components. GB/T 3077 12CrMoV is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while SAE J404 4118 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 3077 12CrMoV vs SAE J404 4118 is a 64.4% 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 64.4%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
64.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
64.4%
Specifications
Property GB/T 3077 12CrMoV SAE J404 4118
Standard GB/T 3077:2015 SAE J404:2009
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.08-0.15 0.18-0.23
Si (%) 0.17-0.37 0.15-0.35
Mn (%) 0.40-0.70 0.70-0.90
Cr (%) 0.30-0.60 0.40-0.60
Mo (%) 0.25-0.35 0.08-0.15
V (%) 0.15-0.30 Not specified
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.040
Cu (%) <=0.30 Not specified
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 3077 12CrMoV SAE J404 4118
Tensile Strength >=440 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=225 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=22% Not specified
Hardness <=241 HB Not specified
Condition Quenched and tempered, test sample 30 mm; hardness is for bars delivered annealed or high temperature tempered Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 3077 12CrMoV
Hot-rolled or forged structural alloy steel bars
SAE J404 4118
Gears, camshafts, pins and lightly stressed automotive components
Key Differences
Can GB/T 3077 12CrMoV Be Substituted With SAE J404 4118?
GB/T 3077 12CrMoV and SAE J404 4118 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
GB/T 3077 12CrMoV
No active listings currently.
SAE J404 4118
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5400–6200 mm (212.6–244.09 in)
On M-EX Right Now
GB/T 3077 12CrMoV
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SAE J404 4118
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 3077 12CrMoV and SAE J404 4118?
GB/T 3077 12CrMoV specifies V, Cu which are not specified for SAE J404 4118.
Can GB/T 3077 12CrMoV be substituted with SAE J404 4118?
GB/T 3077 12CrMoV and SAE J404 4118 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.