Strong Match — 91.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and AISI 1060 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 is typically used for as-rolled, or as-rolled and softened, steel (section two), while AISI 1060 is commonly used for used for springs, blades, hand tools, wear parts, shafts, and cutting tools..
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while AISI 1060 is defined under AISI, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 vs AISI 1060 is a 91.4% 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 91.4%.
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) 060A62
AISI 1060
Condition
Not specified
Hot Rolled
Tensile Strength
Not specified
700-750 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
380-420 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
11-16%
Hardness
Not specified
197-220 HB
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62
As-rolled, or as-rolled and softened, steel (section two)
AISI 1060
Used for springs, blades, hand tools, wear parts, shafts, and cutting tools.
Key Differences
AISI 1060 specifies P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 Be Substituted With AISI 1060?
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 and AISI 1060 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1060 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 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) 060A62 and AISI 1060?
AISI 1060 specifies P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 be substituted with AISI 1060?
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 and AISI 1060 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that AISI 1060 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 060A62 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.