Close Alternative — 84.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN19C (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN19C is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN19C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42 is a 84.9% 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 84.9%.
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 EN19C
BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42
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 EN19C
Not documented
BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
Key Differences
BS 970 EN19C specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42.
Can BS 970 EN19C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42?
BS 970 EN19C and BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42 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 EN19C and BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42?
BS 970 EN19C specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42.
Can BS 970 EN19C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42?
BS 970 EN19C and BS 970 (Part 1) 709A42 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.