Strong Match — 98.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and AISI 1010 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 is typically used for case hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (table 11 mechanical properties)., while AISI 1010 is commonly used for tubing, pipe, sheet, structural shapes, wire.
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while AISI 1010 is defined under AISI, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 vs AISI 1010 is a 98.6% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 98.6%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
AISI 1010
Tensile Strength
Not specified
340–470 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
≥26%
Hardness
Not specified
≤137 HB
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Case hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (Table 11 mechanical properties).
AISI 1010
Tubing, pipe, sheet, structural shapes, wire
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 Be Substituted With AISI 1010?
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 and AISI 1010 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1010 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 and AISI 1010?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 be substituted with AISI 1010?
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 and AISI 1010 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1010 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.