Close Alternative — 79.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 (IS 5517:1993) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 vs IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 is a 79.1% 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 79.1%.
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) 720M32
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6
Tensile Strength
Not specified
700-850 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% proof)
Not specified
540 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
>=18%
Izod Impact
Not specified
55 J min
Hardness (annealed)
Not specified
<=200 HB
Condition
Not specified
Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 150 mm
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 Be Substituted With IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6?
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 and IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 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) 720M32 and IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6?
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 be substituted with IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6?
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 and IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 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.