Strong Match — 94.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and AISI 1030 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 is typically used for through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of table 6., while AISI 1030 is commonly used for shafts, axles, gears, general engineering.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while AISI 1030 is defined under AISI, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 vs AISI 1030 is a 94.4% 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 94.4%.
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) 080A32
AISI 1030
Condition
Not specified
Hot Rolled
Tensile Strength
Not specified
490-550 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
280-320 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
20-32%
Hardness
Not specified
137-179 HB
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
AISI 1030
Shafts, axles, gears, general engineering
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 Be Substituted With AISI 1030?
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 and AISI 1030 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1030 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 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) 080A32 and AISI 1030?
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) 080A32 be substituted with AISI 1030?
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 and AISI 1030 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1030 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A32 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.