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GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo vs SAE J404 E4340

Strong Match — 93.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo (GB/T 3077:2015) and SAE J404 E4340 (SAE J404:2000) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo is typically used for hot-rolled or forged structural alloy steel bars, while SAE J404 E4340 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope. GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while SAE J404 E4340 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo vs SAE J404 E4340 is a 93.3% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 93.3%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
93.3%
Specifications
Property GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo SAE J404 E4340
Standard GB/T 3077:2015 SAE J404:2000
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.38-0.43 0.38-0.43
Si (%) 0.17-0.37 0.15-0.35
Mn (%) 0.60-0.80 0.65-0.85
Cr (%) 0.70-0.90 0.70-0.90
Mo (%) 0.20-0.30 0.20-0.30
Ni (%) 1.65-2.00 1.65-2.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.025
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.025
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 40CrNi2Mo SAE J404 E4340
Tensile Strength >=1050 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=980 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=12% Not specified
Hardness <=269 HB Not specified
Condition Quenched and tempered, test sample 25 mm; hardness is for bars delivered annealed or high temperature tempered Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo
Hot-rolled or forged structural alloy steel bars
SAE J404 E4340
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Key Differences
Can GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo Be Substituted With SAE J404 E4340?
GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo and SAE J404 E4340 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J404 E4340 is often considered as a substitute for GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo and SAE J404 E4340?
GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo specifies Cu which is not specified for SAE J404 E4340.
Can GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo be substituted with SAE J404 E4340?
GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo and SAE J404 E4340 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J404 E4340 is often considered as a substitute for GB/T 3077 40CrNi2Mo in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.