Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GOST 4543 12HN3A (GOST 4543-2016) and UNI 11234 100Cr6 (UNI 11234:2007) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
GOST 4543 12HN3A is typically used for used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components., while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is commonly used for ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components.
UNI 11234 100Cr6 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI) (Italy).
As per chemical composition, GOST 4543 12HN3A vs UNI 11234 100Cr6 is a 67.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 20.8%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
GOST 4543 12HN3A
UNI 11234 100Cr6
Tensile Strength
850-1050 MPa
750-1000 MPa
Yield Strength
685 MPa min
400-600 MPa
Elongation
11% min
10-14 %
Hardness
58-62 HRC (case)
60-64 HRC
Typical Applications
GOST 4543 12HN3A
Used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components.
GOST 4543 12HN3A specifies Ni which is not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
UNI 11234 100Cr6 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A.
Can GOST 4543 12HN3A Be Substituted With UNI 11234 100Cr6?
GOST 4543 12HN3A and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.
What is the difference between GOST 4543 12HN3A and UNI 11234 100Cr6?
GOST 4543 12HN3A specifies Ni which is not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6. UNI 11234 100Cr6 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A.
Can GOST 4543 12HN3A be substituted with UNI 11234 100Cr6?
GOST 4543 12HN3A and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.