Strong Match — 88.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and BS 970 EN16B (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 EN16B is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 vs BS 970 EN16B is a 88.9% 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 88.9%.
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) 605A32
BS 970 EN16B
Tensile Strength
Not specified
≥695 MPa (45 tons/sq in, converted)
Yield Strength
Not specified
≥525 MPa (34 tons/sq in, converted)
Elongation
Not specified
≥22%
Hardness
Not specified
201-255 HB
Condition
Not specified
Hardened and tempered R, ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
BS 970 EN16B
Not documented
Key Differences
BS 970 EN16B specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN16B?
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 and BS 970 EN16B overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 EN16B is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 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) 605A32 and BS 970 EN16B?
BS 970 EN16B specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 be substituted with BS 970 EN16B?
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 and BS 970 EN16B overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 EN16B is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.