Related Material — 56.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN32C (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
BS 970 EN32C is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN32C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 is a 84.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 56.4%.
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 EN32C
BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15
Tensile Strength
≥494 MPa (32 tons/sq in, converted)
310 MPa min
Elongation
≥20%
25 % min
Condition
Core, after heat treatment (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
As-rolled
Hardness
Not specified
121 HB min
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN32C
Not documented
BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15
As-rolled, or as-rolled and softened, steel (section two)
Key Differences
BS 970 EN32C specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15.
Can BS 970 EN32C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15?
BS 970 EN32C and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 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 EN32C and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15?
BS 970 EN32C specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15.
Can BS 970 EN32C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15?
BS 970 EN32C and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 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.