Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
UNI 7846 18CrMo4 (UNI 7846:1978) and UNI 11234 100Cr6 (UNI 11234:2007) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
UNI 7846 18CrMo4 is typically used for used in gears, shafts, pinions, crankshafts, axles, and heavy machinery components., while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is commonly used for ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components.
UNI 7846 18CrMo4 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy.
As per chemical composition, UNI 7846 18CrMo4 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6 is a 65.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 12.5%.
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
UNI 7846 18CrMo4
UNI 11234 100Cr6
Tensile Strength
700-900 MPa
750-1000 MPa
Yield Strength
540 MPa min
400-600 MPa
Elongation
14% min
10-14 %
Hardness
200-260 HB
60-64 HRC
Typical Applications
UNI 7846 18CrMo4
Used in gears, shafts, pinions, crankshafts, axles, and heavy machinery components.
UNI 7846 18CrMo4 specifies Mo which is not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
Can UNI 7846 18CrMo4 Be Substituted With UNI 11234 100Cr6?
UNI 7846 18CrMo4 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 UNI 7846 18CrMo4 and UNI 11234 100Cr6?
UNI 7846 18CrMo4 specifies Mo which is not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
Can UNI 7846 18CrMo4 be substituted with UNI 11234 100Cr6?
UNI 7846 18CrMo4 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.