Related Material — 69.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A514 (ASTM A514) and BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15 (BS 970 (Part 3):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
ASTM A514 is typically used for used for cranes, mining equipment, pressure vessels, bridges, heavy trucks, and structural fabrication., while BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15 is commonly used for bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; alloy case hardening steel (table 15).
ASTM A514 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A514 vs BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15 is a 69.5% 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 69.5%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A514
BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15
Tensile Strength
760-895 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
690 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
16-18%
Not specified
Hardness
235-293 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A514
Used for cranes, mining equipment, pressure vessels, bridges, heavy trucks, and structural fabrication.
BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15
Bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; alloy case hardening steel (Table 15)
Can ASTM A514 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15?
ASTM A514 and BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15 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 ASTM A514 and BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A514 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15?
ASTM A514 and BS 970 (Part 3) 835M15 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.