Close Alternative — 73.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-552 34NCD6 (NF A35-552:1986) and NF A35-552 40NCD3 (NF A35-552:1986) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
NF A35-552 34NCD6 is typically used for used for aircraft parts, transmission shafts, gears, crankshafts, connecting rods, and heavy-duty fasteners., while NF A35-552 40NCD3 is commonly used for used for gears, aircraft fittings, transmission shafts, crankshafts, heavy-duty bolts, and connecting rods..
NF A35-552 34NCD6 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while NF A35-552 40NCD3 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France.
As per chemical composition, NF A35-552 34NCD6 vs NF A35-552 40NCD3 is a 76.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 67.6%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.3%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
NF A35-552 34NCD6
NF A35-552 40NCD3
Tensile Strength
900-1100 MPa
850-1050 MPa
Yield Strength
700-850 MPa
650-850 MPa
Elongation
10-14%
10-15%
Hardness
270-340 HB
250-320 HB
Typical Applications
NF A35-552 34NCD6
Used for aircraft parts, transmission shafts, gears, crankshafts, connecting rods, and heavy-duty fasteners.
NF A35-552 40NCD3
Used for gears, aircraft fittings, transmission shafts, crankshafts, heavy-duty bolts, and connecting rods.
Can NF A35-552 34NCD6 Be Substituted With NF A35-552 40NCD3?
NF A35-552 34NCD6 and NF A35-552 40NCD3 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between NF A35-552 34NCD6 and NF A35-552 40NCD3?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can NF A35-552 34NCD6 be substituted with NF A35-552 40NCD3?
NF A35-552 34NCD6 and NF A35-552 40NCD3 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.