Strong Match — 98.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and AISI 1045 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 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 1045 is commonly used for shafts, gears, axles, bolts, machine parts.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while AISI 1045 is defined under AISI, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 vs AISI 1045 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) 080H46
AISI 1045
Condition
Not specified
Hot Rolled
Tensile Strength
Not specified
570-700 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
310-450 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
16-20%
Hardness
Not specified
170-210 HB
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
AISI 1045
Shafts, gears, axles, bolts, machine parts
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 Be Substituted With AISI 1045?
BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 and AISI 1045 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1045 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 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) 080H46 and AISI 1045?
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) 080H46 be substituted with AISI 1045?
BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 and AISI 1045 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1045 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 080H46 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.