Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Chemical Composition (%)
C
Mn
Cr
0.13-0.18
0.90-1.20
0.90-1.20
Mechanical Properties
Condition
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Tensile Strength
930 MPa min
Elongation
10 % min
More data from BS 970 (Part 1):1991
From the standard
Other composition limits
Category
Category 2 steel
Category 1 steels are preferred for new designs and established designs (clauses 1.4 and 2.1). Category 2 steels are printed in italic type.
Source: BS 970 (Part 1):1991, Table 8
Core properties after case hardening, by test bar diameter
Test bar diameter (mm)
Tensile strength, min (MPa)
Elongation, min (%)
Impact Izod, min (ft lb)
Impact KCV, min (J)
19
930
10
15 (note 29)
16 (note 29)
Properties of simulated case hardened test bars (clause 1.13.3.4). 1 N/mm2 = 1 MPa. Note 29: these are new steels which may have been conservatively rated due to limited data.
Source: BS 970 (Part 1):1991, Table 8
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