Strong Match — 92.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and SAE J403 1070 (SAE J403:2001) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 is typically used for as-rolled, or as-rolled and softened, steel (section two), while SAE J403 1070 is commonly used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes.
BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while SAE J403 1070 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 vs SAE J403 1070 is a 92.7% 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 92.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67
As-rolled, or as-rolled and softened, steel (section two)
SAE J403 1070
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
Key Differences
SAE J403 1070 specifies P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 Be Substituted With SAE J403 1070?
BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 and SAE J403 1070 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1070 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 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) 070A67 and SAE J403 1070?
SAE J403 1070 specifies P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 be substituted with SAE J403 1070?
BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 and SAE J403 1070 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that SAE J403 1070 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 (Part 1) 070A67 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.