Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN325 (BS 970:1955) and NF A35-565 100C6 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN325 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while NF A35-565 100C6 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN325 vs NF A35-565 100C6 is a 56.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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 EN325
NF A35-565 100C6
Tensile Strength
≥849 MPa (55 tons/sq in, converted)
850-1100 MPa
Elongation
≥15%
Not specified
Condition
core, min (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
BS 970 EN325 specifies Ni, Mo which are not specified for NF A35-565 100C6.
Can BS 970 EN325 Be Substituted With NF A35-565 100C6?
BS 970 EN325 and NF A35-565 100C6 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.
What is the difference between BS 970 EN325 and NF A35-565 100C6?
BS 970 EN325 specifies Ni, Mo which are not specified for NF A35-565 100C6.
Can BS 970 EN325 be substituted with NF A35-565 100C6?
BS 970 EN325 and NF A35-565 100C6 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.