Close Alternative — 84.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) and DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 (DIN 17211:1987) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 is typically used for through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of table 6., while DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 is commonly used for used for nitrided shafts, gears, crankshafts, spindles, extrusion screws, and wear-resistant machine components..
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 vs DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 is a 84.2% 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 84.2%.
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) 905M39
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4
Tensile Strength
Not specified
900–1050 MPa
Surface Hardness HV
Not specified
≥950 (nitrided)
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4
Used for nitrided shafts, gears, crankshafts, spindles, extrusion screws, and wear-resistant machine components.
Key Differences
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 specifies P, S which are not specified for DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 Be Substituted With DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4?
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 and DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 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) 905M39 and DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4?
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 specifies P, S which are not specified for DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 be substituted with DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4?
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 and DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 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.