Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GOST 4543 40HNM (GOST 4543-2016) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
GOST 4543 40HNM is typically used for used for crankshafts, gears, axles, heavy shafts, and machine tool parts., while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T) (China).
As per chemical composition, GOST 4543 40HNM vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 52.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 25%.
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 40HNM
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
980-1180 MPa
980-1180 MPa
Yield Strength
835 MPa min
785-980 MPa
Elongation
10% min
10-14%
Hardness
285-341 HB
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
GOST 4543 40HNM
Used for crankshafts, gears, axles, heavy shafts, and machine tool parts.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
GOST 4543 40HNM specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for GOST 4543 40HNM.
Can GOST 4543 40HNM Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
GOST 4543 40HNM and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A 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 40HNM and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
GOST 4543 40HNM specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A. GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for GOST 4543 40HNM.
Can GOST 4543 40HNM be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
GOST 4543 40HNM and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A 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.