Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D3867 SCM440 (KS D 3867:2025) and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A (GB/T 3077-2015) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
KS D3867 SCM440 is typically used for shafts,gears,axles,bolts,automotive parts,machine components,spindles,hydraulic parts, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components..
KS D3867 SCM440 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, KS D3867 SCM440 vs GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A is a 58% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.5%.
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
KS D3867 SCM440
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Tensile Strength
900-1100 MPa
980-1180 MPa
Yield Strength
700-900 MPa
785-980 MPa
Elongation
11-16 %
10-14%
Hardness
248-320 HB
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
KS D3867 SCM440
shafts,gears,axles,bolts,automotive parts,machine components,spindles,hydraulic parts
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A
Used for gears, shafts, pinions, aircraft parts, heavy-duty bearings, and transmission components.
Key Differences
KS D3867 SCM440 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A.
GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Ni which is not specified for KS D3867 SCM440.
Can KS D3867 SCM440 Be Substituted With GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
KS D3867 SCM440 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 KS D3867 SCM440 and GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
KS D3867 SCM440 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A. GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A specifies Ni which is not specified for KS D3867 SCM440.
Can KS D3867 SCM440 be substituted with GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A?
KS D3867 SCM440 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.