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BS 970 EN36 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN36 (BS 970:1955) and UNI 11234 100Cr6 (UNI 11234:2007) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. BS 970 EN36 is typically used for case hardened gears, cams, shafts, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is commonly used for ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components. BS 970 EN36 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while UNI 11234 100Cr6 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN36 vs UNI 11234 100Cr6 is a 67% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With BS 970 EN36:
NF A35-565 100C6 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A GOST 4543 12HN3A IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
67%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN36 UNI 11234 100Cr6
Standard BS 970:1955 UNI 11234:2007
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.14–0.20 0.93-1.05
Si (%) 0.10–0.35 0.15-0.35
Mn (%) 0.30–0.60 0.25-0.45
Cr (%) 0.60–1.10 1.35-1.65
Ni (%) 3.00–3.75 Not specified
S (%) ≤0.040 <=0.025
P (%) ≤0.035 <=0.025
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 UNI 11234 100Cr6
Tensile Strength 775–930 MPa 750-1000 MPa
Yield Strength ≥585 MPa 400-600 MPa
Elongation ≥15% 10-14 %
Case Hardness HRC 58–62 Not specified
Hardness Not specified 60-64 HRC
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN36
Case hardened gears, cams, shafts
UNI 11234 100Cr6
ball bearings,roller bearings,needle bearings,dies,punches,gauges,wear resistant components
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN36 Be Substituted With UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 EN36 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
BS 970 EN36
Round Bar → (8 listings)
Diameter: 40–75 mm (1.57–2.95 in)
Length: 4800–6500 mm (188.98–255.91 in)
Hex Bar → (3 listings)
Across Flats: 55–55 mm (2.17–2.17 in)
Length: 2700–3500 mm (106.3–137.8 in)
Forging → (3 listings)
Diameter: 150–150 mm (5.91–5.91 in)
Length: 500–1900 mm (19.69–74.8 in)
UNI 11234 100Cr6
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5700–6800 mm (224.41–267.72 in)
On M-EX Right Now
BS 970 EN36
14 active listings and RFQs →
UNI 11234 100Cr6
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN36 and UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 EN36 specifies Ni which is not specified for UNI 11234 100Cr6.
Can BS 970 EN36 be substituted with UNI 11234 100Cr6?
BS 970 EN36 and UNI 11234 100Cr6 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.