Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN36 (BS 970:1955) and IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 (IS 4367:1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN36 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 EN36 vs IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 is a 58.7% 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 EN36
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10
Tensile Strength
775–930 MPa
410-590 MPa
Yield Strength
≥585 MPa
245 MPa min
Elongation
≥15%
>=18%
Case Hardness HRC
58–62
Not specified
Izod Impact
Not specified
55 J min
Hardness (soft annealed)
Not specified
<=187 HB
Condition
Not specified
Normalised and tempered, ruling section up to 50 mm
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN36
Case hardened gears, cams, shafts
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 specifies Mo which is not specified for BS 970 EN36.
Can BS 970 EN36 Be Substituted With IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10?
BS 970 EN36 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 EN36 and IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10?
IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 specifies Mo which is not specified for BS 970 EN36.
Can BS 970 EN36 be substituted with IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10?
BS 970 EN36 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.