Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4105 SCM420 (JIS G4105:1979) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
JIS G4105 SCM420 is typically used for case hardened gears, cams, pins, shafts, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
JIS G4105 SCM420 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 G4105 SCM420 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 56.1% 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 G4105 SCM420
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
≥830 MPa
980-1180 MPa
Case Hardness HRC
58–62
Not specified
Core Hardness HB
235–293
Not specified
Yield Strength
Not specified
785-980 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
10-14%
Hardness
Not specified
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
JIS G4105 SCM420
Case hardened gears, cams, pins, shafts
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
JIS G4105 SCM420 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Ni, P, S which are not specified for JIS G4105 SCM420.
Can JIS G4105 SCM420 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
JIS G4105 SCM420 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 G4105 SCM420 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
JIS G4105 SCM420 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A. GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Ni, P, S which are not specified for JIS G4105 SCM420.
Can JIS G4105 SCM420 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
JIS G4105 SCM420 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.