Close Alternative — 74.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 is typically used for case hardening steel (section four), while BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 is commonly used for case hardening steel (section four).
BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 is a 86.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 74.4%.
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) 080M15
BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10
Condition
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Tensile Strength
460 MPa min
430 MPa min
Elongation
18 % min
18 % min
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15
Case hardening steel (section four)
BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10
Case hardening steel (section four)
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10?
BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 and BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 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) 080M15 and BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10?
BS 970 (Part 1) 080M15 and BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 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.