Close Alternative — 81.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and SAE J403 1117 (SAE J403:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 is typically used for wrought steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; free cutting grade in the as rolled condition (table 2)., while SAE J403 1117 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes.
BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while SAE J403 1117 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 vs SAE J403 1117 is a 81.7% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 81.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07
Wrought steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; free cutting grade in the as rolled condition (Table 2).
SAE J403 1117
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1117?
BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 and SAE J403 1117 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 and SAE J403 1117?
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) 220M07 be substituted with SAE J403 1117?
BS 970 (Part 1) 220M07 and SAE J403 1117 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.