Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN34 (BS 970:1955) and IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 (IS 4367:1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN34 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN34 vs IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 is a 58.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
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 EN34
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10
Tensile Strength
≥695 MPa (45 tons/sq in, converted)
410-590 MPa
Elongation
≥18%
>=18%
Condition
Core, after heat treatment (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Normalised and tempered, ruling section up to 50 mm
Yield Strength
Not specified
245 MPa min
Izod Impact
Not specified
55 J min
Hardness (soft annealed)
Not specified
<=187 HB
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN34
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for tensile strength of 45 tons/sq in min.
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 specifies Cr which is not specified for BS 970 EN34.
Can BS 970 EN34 Be Substituted With IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10?
BS 970 EN34 and IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 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 EN34 and IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10?
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 specifies Cr which is not specified for BS 970 EN34.
Can BS 970 EN34 be substituted with IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10?
BS 970 EN34 and IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 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.