Close Alternative — 80% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and UNI 11234 100Cr6 (UNI 11234:2007) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 is typically used for used for aircraft fittings, gears, high-strength shafts, crankshafts, heavy-duty fasteners, and transmission parts., while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is commonly used for ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components.
BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6 is a 80% 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 80%.
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) 535A99
UNI 11234 100Cr6
Tensile Strength
Not specified
750-1000 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
400-600 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
10-14 %
Hardness
Not specified
60-64 HRC
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99
Used for aircraft fittings, gears, high-strength shafts, crankshafts, heavy-duty fasteners, and transmission parts.
UNI 11234 100Cr6 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 Be Substituted With UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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) 535A99 and UNI 11234 100Cr6?
UNI 11234 100Cr6 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 be substituted with UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 (Part 1) 535A99 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.