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BS 970 EN12A vs BS 970 EN21A

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN12A (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 EN21A (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. BS 970 EN12A is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 EN21A is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN12A vs BS 970 EN21A is a 77.1% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
77.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN12A BS 970 EN21A
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970:1955
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.30-0.35 0.20-0.30
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 0.10-0.35
Mn (%) 0.70-0.90 <=0.60
Ni (%) 0.60-1.00 2.50-3.50
S (%) <=0.050 <=0.050
P (%) <=0.050 <=0.050
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 EN12A BS 970 EN21A
Tensile Strength ≥541 MPa (35 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Yield Strength ≥309 MPa (20 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Elongation ≥20% Not specified
Hardness 152-207 HB Not specified
Condition Normalised, ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard) Not specified
Can BS 970 EN12A Be Substituted With BS 970 EN21A?
BS 970 EN12A and BS 970 EN21A share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN12A and BS 970 EN21A?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 EN12A be substituted with BS 970 EN21A?
BS 970 EN12A and BS 970 EN21A share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.