Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4103 SNCM420 (JIS G4103:1979) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
JIS G4103 SNCM420 is typically used for used in automotive gears, transmission parts, shafts, pinions, camshafts, and industrial equipment., while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
JIS G4103 SNCM420 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4103 SNCM420 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 60.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
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
JIS G4103 SNCM420
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
780-930 MPa
980-1180 MPa
Yield Strength
590 MPa min
785-980 MPa
Elongation
14% min
10-14%
Hardness
217-269 HB
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
JIS G4103 SNCM420
Used in automotive gears, transmission parts, shafts, pinions, camshafts, and industrial equipment.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
JIS G4103 SNCM420 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
Can JIS G4103 SNCM420 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
JIS G4103 SNCM420 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 JIS G4103 SNCM420 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
JIS G4103 SNCM420 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
Can JIS G4103 SNCM420 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
JIS G4103 SNCM420 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.