Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AISI 1010 and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
AISI 1010 is typically used for tubing, pipe, sheet, structural shapes, wire, while BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is commonly used for through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of table 6..
AISI 1010 is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, AISI 1010 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is a 87.1% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
AISI 1010
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Tensile Strength
340–470 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥26%
Not specified
Hardness
≤137 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
AISI 1010
Tubing, pipe, sheet, structural shapes, wire
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
Can AISI 1010 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
AISI 1010 and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 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 AISI 1010 and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can AISI 1010 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
AISI 1010 and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 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.