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BS 970 EN2 vs BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55

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

BS 970 EN2 (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 (BS 970 (Part 3):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. BS 970 EN2 is typically used for lightly stressed components, case hardened parts, while BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 is commonly used for used for springs, blades, wear plates, hand tools, shafts, and cutting components.. BS 970 EN2 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN2 vs BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 is a 81% 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%.

Frequently Compared With BS 970 EN2:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
81%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN2 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970 (Part 3):1991
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) <=0.20 0.50-0.60
Mn (%) <=0.80 0.50-0.90
S (%) <=0.060 <=0.05
P (%) <=0.060 <=0.05
Si (%) Not specified 0.10-0.40
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 EN2 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55
Tensile Strength ≥309 MPa (20 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Elongation ≥28% Not specified
Condition , ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard) Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN2
Lightly stressed components, case hardened parts
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55
Used for springs, blades, wear plates, hand tools, shafts, and cutting components.
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN2 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55?
BS 970 EN2 and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
BS 970 EN2
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 4300–7000 mm (169.29–275.59 in)
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 4800–5800 mm (188.98–228.35 in)
On M-EX Right Now
BS 970 EN2
3 active listings and RFQs →
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN2 and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55?
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 EN2.
Can BS 970 EN2 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55?
BS 970 EN2 and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 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.