Close Alternative — 78.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 (GB/T 3077:2015) and GOST 4543 12HN3A (GOST 4543-2016) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 is typically used for hot-rolled or forged structural alloy steel bars, while GOST 4543 12HN3A is commonly used for used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components..
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T) (China).
As per chemical composition, GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 vs GOST 4543 12HN3A is a 93.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 78.8%.
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 12CrNi3
GOST 4543 12HN3A
Tensile Strength
>=930 MPa
850-1050 MPa
Yield Strength
>=685 MPa
685 MPa min
Elongation
>=11%
11% min
Hardness
<=217 HB
58-62 HRC (case)
Condition
Quenched and tempered, test sample 15 mm; hardness is for bars delivered annealed or high temperature tempered
Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3
Hot-rolled or forged structural alloy steel bars
GOST 4543 12HN3A
Used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components.
Key Differences
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 specifies P, S, Cu which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A.
Can GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 Be Substituted With GOST 4543 12HN3A?
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 and GOST 4543 12HN3A 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.
What is the difference between GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 and GOST 4543 12HN3A?
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 specifies P, S, Cu which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A.
Can GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 be substituted with GOST 4543 12HN3A?
GB/T 3077 12CrNi3 and GOST 4543 12HN3A 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.