Close Alternative — 79.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 is typically used for case hardening steel (section four), while BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 is commonly used for case hardening steel (section four).
BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 is a 68.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 79.1%.
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) 635A14
BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17
Condition
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Tensile Strength
770 MPa min
770 MPa min
Elongation
12 % min
12 % min
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14
Case hardening steel (section four)
BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17
Case hardening steel (section four)
Key Differences
BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 specifies P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17?
BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 and BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 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) 635A14 and BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17?
BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 specifies P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17?
BS 970 (Part 1) 635A14 and BS 970 (Part 1) 805M17 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.