Close Alternative — 83.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17 is typically used for case hardening steel (section four), while BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22 is commonly used for case hardening steel (section four).
BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22 is a 75.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 83.6%.
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) 808M17
BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22
Condition
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Tensile Strength
930 MPa min
930 MPa min
Elongation
10 % min
10 % min
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17
Case hardening steel (section four)
BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22
Case hardening steel (section four)
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22?
BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17 and BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22 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) 808M17 and BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22?
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) 808M17 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22?
BS 970 (Part 1) 808M17 and BS 970 (Part 1) 805A22 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.