Strong Match — 89% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN18D (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN18D is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN18D vs BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40 is a 89% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 89%.
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 EN18D
BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40
Tensile Strength
≥695 MPa (45 tons/sq in, converted)
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥525 MPa (34 tons/sq in, converted)
Not specified
Elongation
≥22%
Not specified
Hardness
201-255 HB
Not specified
Condition
Hardened and tempered R, ruling section 4 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN18D
Not documented
BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
Key Differences
BS 970 EN18D specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40.
Can BS 970 EN18D Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40?
BS 970 EN18D and BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN18D in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between BS 970 EN18D and BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40?
BS 970 EN18D specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40.
Can BS 970 EN18D be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40?
BS 970 EN18D and BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 (Part 1) 530A40 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN18D in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.