Close Alternative — 83.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and EN 10083-3 38MnB5 (EN 10083-3:2006) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 is typically used for through hardening boron steel (section three), while EN 10083-3 38MnB5 is commonly used for quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts (clause 1).
BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while EN 10083-3 38MnB5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 vs EN 10083-3 38MnB5 is a 83.4% 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 83.4%.
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) 170H41
EN 10083-3 38MnB5
Condition
Not specified
Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm
Elongation
Not specified
12% min
Tensile Strength
Not specified
1050 to 1250 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
900 MPa min
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41
Through hardening boron steel (section three)
EN 10083-3 38MnB5
Quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts (clause 1)
Key Differences
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 specifies P, S, Si which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 Be Substituted With EN 10083-3 38MnB5?
BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 and EN 10083-3 38MnB5 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) 170H41 and EN 10083-3 38MnB5?
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 specifies P, S, Si which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 be substituted with EN 10083-3 38MnB5?
BS 970 (Part 1) 170H41 and EN 10083-3 38MnB5 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.