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BS 970 EN20A vs BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32

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

BS 970 EN20A (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. BS 970 EN20A is typically used for bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. suitable for 55/65 (t), 60/70 (u), 65/75 (v) tons/sq in according to ruling section. en 20b same title., while BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 is commonly used for steel for surface hardening by nitriding (section three). BS 970 EN20A is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN20A vs BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 is a 71.9% 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
71.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN20A BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970 (Part 1):1991
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.20-0.30 0.28-0.35
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.40-0.70 0.40-0.70
Cr (%) 0.50-1.00 2.80-3.30
Mo (%) 0.50-0.80 0.40-0.60
S (%) <=0.050 Not specified
P (%) <=0.050 Not specified
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 EN20A BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32
Tensile Strength ≥849 MPa (55 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Yield Strength ≥680 MPa (44 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Elongation ≥18% Not specified
Hardness 248-302 HB Not specified
Condition Hardened and tempered T, ruling section 2 1/2 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard) Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN20A
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for 55/65 (T), 60/70 (U), 65/75 (V) tons/sq in according to ruling section. En 20B same title.
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32
Steel for surface hardening by nitriding (section three)
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN20A Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32?
BS 970 EN20A and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 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 EN20A and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32?
BS 970 EN20A specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32.
Can BS 970 EN20A be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32?
BS 970 EN20A and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 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.