Close Alternative — 82.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN361 (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 EN351 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
BS 970 EN361 is typically used for bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. suitable for tensile strength 45 tons/sq in min., while BS 970 EN351 is commonly used for bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. suitable for tensile strength 45 tons/sq in min..
BS 970 EN361 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 EN351 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN361 vs BS 970 EN351 is a 73.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 82.6%.
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 EN361
BS 970 EN351
Tensile Strength
≥695 MPa (45 tons/sq in, converted)
≥695 MPa (45 tons/sq in, converted)
Elongation
≥18%
≥18%
Condition
core, min (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
core, min (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN361
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for tensile strength 45 tons/sq in min.
BS 970 EN351
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for tensile strength 45 tons/sq in min.
Can BS 970 EN361 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN351?
BS 970 EN361 and BS 970 EN351 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between BS 970 EN361 and BS 970 EN351?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 EN361 be substituted with BS 970 EN351?
BS 970 EN361 and BS 970 EN351 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.