BS 970 (Part 1):1983 080A37: 080A37 is a carbon steel grade specified in BS 970 Part 1:1983 (Table 6, category 2). Section three of the standard advises that category 1 steels be used for new designs and established designs whenever possible.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Chemical Composition (%)
C
Mn
P
S
0.35-0.40
0.70-0.90
<=0.050
<=0.050
More data from BS 970 (Part 1):1983
From the standard
Other composition limits
Phosphorus and sulphur
Each 0.050 max (clause 1.7.2.1, carbon and carbon manganese steels)
Residual elements: see clause 1.7.3.
Source: BS 970 (Part 1):1983, Table 6
Mechanical properties by heat treatment condition
Condition
Limiting ruling section (mm)
Rm (N/mm2)
Re min (N/mm2)
A min (%)
Izod min (ft lbf)
KCV min (J)
Rp0.2 min (N/mm2), when specifically ordered
HB
Q
29
625-775
400
16
25
28
370
179-229
R
13
700-850
465
16
25
28
450
201-255
Values as printed in Table 6 for the limiting ruling section shown. Rp0.2 applies when specifically ordered (note 10). 1 N/mm2 = 1 MPa.
Source: BS 970 (Part 1):1983, Table 6
Comparison with earlier editions
BS 970:1970/72 designation
080A37
BS 970:1955 En No.
8B
Appendix D note 47: where a comparison is made the steels are not necessarily equivalent. 'Not listed' means the earlier edition has no entry under this designation.
Source: BS 970 (Part 1):1983, Appendix D
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