Close Alternative — 71% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13 is typically used for case hardening steel (section four), while BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15 is commonly used for case hardening steel (section four).
BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15 is a 71% 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 71%.
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) 832M13
BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15
Condition
Case hardened, 19 mm test bar
Not specified
Tensile Strength
1080 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
8 % min
Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13
Case hardening steel (section four)
BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15
Case hardening steel (section four)
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15?
BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13 and BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15 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) 832M13 and BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15?
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) 832M13 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15?
BS 970 (Part 1) 832M13 and BS 970 (Part 1) 835H15 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.