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ASTM A959 615 vs BS 970 EN56BM

Related Material — 67.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 615 (ASTM A959:2011) and BS 970 EN56BM (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 615 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 970 EN56BM is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 615 vs BS 970 EN56BM is a 67.7% 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 67.7%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
67.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
67.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 615 BS 970 EN56BM
Standard ASTM A959:2011 BS 970:1955
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.15-0.20 0.12-0.18
Cr (%) 12.0-14.0 12.0-14.0
Mn (%) <=0.50 <=1.50
Mo (%) <=0.50 <=0.60
Ni (%) 1.80-2.20 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.75
Si (%) <=0.50 <=1.00
W (%) 2.5-3.5 Not specified
Se (%) Not specified <=0.60
Zr (%) Not specified <=0.60
Pb (%) Not specified <=0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A959 615 BS 970 EN56BM
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥541 MPa (35 tons/sq in, converted)
Elongation Not specified ≥20%
Hardness Not specified 152-207 HB
Condition Not specified Hardened and tempered P, ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 615
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
BS 970 EN56BM
Not documented
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 615 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN56BM?
ASTM A959 615 and BS 970 EN56BM 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 615 and BS 970 EN56BM?
ASTM A959 615 specifies W which is not specified for BS 970 EN56BM. BS 970 EN56BM specifies Se, Zr, Pb which are not specified for ASTM A959 615.
Can ASTM A959 615 be substituted with BS 970 EN56BM?
ASTM A959 615 and BS 970 EN56BM 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.