Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-552 40NCD3 (NF A35-552:1986) and UNI 11234 100Cr6 (UNI 11234:2007) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
NF A35-552 40NCD3 is typically used for used for gears, aircraft fittings, transmission shafts, crankshafts, heavy-duty bolts, and connecting rods., while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is commonly used for ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components.
NF A35-552 40NCD3 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy.
As per chemical composition, NF A35-552 40NCD3 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6 is a 57.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 32.5%.
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
NF A35-552 40NCD3
UNI 11234 100Cr6
Tensile Strength
850-1050 MPa
750-1000 MPa
Yield Strength
650-850 MPa
400-600 MPa
Elongation
10-15%
10-14 %
Hardness
250-320 HB
60-64 HRC
Typical Applications
NF A35-552 40NCD3
Used for gears, aircraft fittings, transmission shafts, crankshafts, heavy-duty bolts, and connecting rods.
NF A35-552 40NCD3 specifies Ni, Mo which are not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
Can NF A35-552 40NCD3 Be Substituted With UNI 11234 100Cr6?
NF A35-552 40NCD3 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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 NF A35-552 40NCD3 and UNI 11234 100Cr6?
NF A35-552 40NCD3 specifies Ni, Mo which are not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
Can NF A35-552 40NCD3 be substituted with UNI 11234 100Cr6?
NF A35-552 40NCD3 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.