Close Alternative — 72.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA (GB/T 3077-2015) and SAE J404 8640 (SAE J404:2009) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA is typically used for used for crankshafts, turbine shafts, heavy-duty gears, aircraft landing parts, bolts, and pressure components., while SAE J404 8640 is commonly used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope.
GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while SAE J404 8640 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA vs SAE J404 8640 is a 72.7% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 72.7%.
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 40CrNiMoA
SAE J404 8640
Tensile Strength
1080-1280 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
930-1080 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
10-14%
Not specified
Hardness
30-38 HRC
Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA
Used for crankshafts, turbine shafts, heavy-duty gears, aircraft landing parts, bolts, and pressure components.
SAE J404 8640
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
Can GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA Be Substituted With SAE J404 8640?
GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA and SAE J404 8640 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 40CrNiMoA and SAE J404 8640?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA be substituted with SAE J404 8640?
GB/T 3077 40CrNiMoA and SAE J404 8640 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.