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BS 970 EN35A vs BS 970 EN34

Strong Match — 91.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN35A (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 EN34 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. BS 970 EN35A is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 EN34 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN35A vs BS 970 EN34 is a 91.4% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 91.4%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
91.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
91.4%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN35A BS 970 EN34
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970:1955
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.20-0.25 0.14-0.20
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 0.10-0.35
Mn (%) 0.30-0.60 0.30-0.60
Ni (%) 1.50-2.00 1.50-2.00
Mo (%) 0.20-0.30 0.20-0.30
S (%) <=0.050 <=0.050
P (%) <=0.050 <=0.050
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 EN35A BS 970 EN34
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥695 MPa (45 tons/sq in, converted)
Elongation Not specified ≥18%
Condition Not specified Core, after heat treatment (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN35A
Not documented
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.
Can BS 970 EN35A Be Substituted With BS 970 EN34?
BS 970 EN35A and BS 970 EN34 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 EN34 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN35A in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN35A and BS 970 EN34?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 EN35A be substituted with BS 970 EN34?
BS 970 EN35A and BS 970 EN34 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 EN34 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN35A in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.