BS 970 EN24 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN24 (BS 970:1955) and UNI 11234 100Cr6 (UNI 11234:2007) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. BS 970 EN24 is typically used for heavy duty gears, shafts, connecting rods, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is commonly used for ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components. BS 970 EN24 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN24 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6 is a 56.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With BS 970 EN24:
NF A35-565 100C6 GOST 4543 12HN3A GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
56.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN24 UNI 11234 100Cr6
Standard BS 970:1955 UNI 11234:2007
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.35-0.45 0.93-1.05
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 0.15-0.35
Mn (%) 0.45-0.70 0.25-0.45
Ni (%) 1.30-1.80 Not specified
Cr (%) 0.90-1.40 1.35-1.65
Mo (%) 0.20-0.35 Not specified
S (%) <=0.050 <=0.025
P (%) <=0.050 <=0.025
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 EN24 UNI 11234 100Cr6
Tensile Strength ≥772 MPa (50 tons/sq in, converted) 750-1000 MPa
Yield Strength ≥587 MPa (38 tons/sq in, converted) 400-600 MPa
Elongation ≥20% 10-14 %
Hardness 223-277 HB 60-64 HRC
Condition Hardened and tempered S, ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard) Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN24
Heavy duty gears, shafts, connecting rods
UNI 11234 100Cr6
ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN24 Be Substituted With UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 EN24 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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 EN24
Round Bar → (26 listings)
Diameter: 50–130 mm (1.97–5.12 in)
Length: 4800–7000 mm (188.98–275.59 in)
Flat Bar → (6 listings)
Thickness: 25–40 mm (0.98–1.57 in)
Width: 200–200 mm (7.87–7.87 in)
Length: 2500–3900 mm (98.43–153.54 in)
Hex Bar → (4 listings)
Across Flats: 45–50 mm (1.77–1.97 in)
Length: 2500–3900 mm (98.43–153.54 in)
UNI 11234 100Cr6
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5700–6800 mm (224.41–267.72 in)
On M-EX Right Now
BS 970 EN24
36 active listings and RFQs →
UNI 11234 100Cr6
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN24 and UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 EN24 specifies Ni, Mo which are not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
Can BS 970 EN24 be substituted with UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 EN24 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.