Strong Match — 90.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN19A (BS 970:1955) and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN19A is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN19A vs IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is a 90.3% 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 90.3%.
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 EN19A
IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2
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 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN19A
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for 45/55 (R), 50/60 (S), 55/65 (T), 60/70 (U), 65/75 (V) tons/sq in according to ruling section.
IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2
Not documented
Key Differences
BS 970 EN19A specifies S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2.
Can BS 970 EN19A Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2?
BS 970 EN19A and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN19A 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 EN19A and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2?
BS 970 EN19A specifies S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2.
Can BS 970 EN19A be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2?
BS 970 EN19A and IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 4) 42Cr4Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN19A in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.