Strong Match — 85.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 (IS 4367:1991) 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 IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 vs IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 is a 85.6% 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 85.6%.
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) 605A32
IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3
Tensile Strength
Not specified
700-850 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
540 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
>=18%
Izod Impact
Not specified
55 J min
Hardness
Not specified
208-252 HB
Hardness (soft annealed)
Not specified
<=220 HB
Condition
Not specified
Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 150 mm
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.
IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 Be Substituted With IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3?
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 and IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 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 IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3?
IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 be substituted with IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3?
BS 970 (Part 1) 605A32 and IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 4367 35Mn6Mo3 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.