Related Material — 57.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-565 16NC11 and GOST 4543 12HN3A (GOST 4543-2016) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
NF A35-565 16NC11 is typically used for used for gears, pinions, shafts, cam components, transmission parts, and carburized machine elements., while GOST 4543 12HN3A is commonly used for used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components..
NF A35-565 16NC11 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF) (France).
As per chemical composition, NF A35-565 16NC11 vs GOST 4543 12HN3A is a 72.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 28.6%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 57.8%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
NF A35-565 16NC11
GOST 4543 12HN3A
Tensile Strength
700-900 MPa
850-1050 MPa
Yield Strength
450-650 MPa
685 MPa min
Elongation
12-18%
11% min
Hardness
58-62 HRC (case)
58-62 HRC (case)
Typical Applications
NF A35-565 16NC11
Used for gears, pinions, shafts, cam components, transmission parts, and carburized machine elements.
GOST 4543 12HN3A
Used for gears, pinions, crankshafts, aircraft parts, and transmission components.
Key Differences
NF A35-565 16NC11 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A.
Can NF A35-565 16NC11 Be Substituted With GOST 4543 12HN3A?
NF A35-565 16NC11 and GOST 4543 12HN3A 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 A35-565 16NC11 and GOST 4543 12HN3A?
NF A35-565 16NC11 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 4543 12HN3A.
Can NF A35-565 16NC11 be substituted with GOST 4543 12HN3A?
NF A35-565 16NC11 and GOST 4543 12HN3A 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.