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BS 970 EN39B vs BS 970 EN355

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN39B (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 EN355 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. BS 970 EN39B is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 EN355 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN39B vs BS 970 EN355 is a 66% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
66%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN39B BS 970 EN355
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970:1955
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.12-0.18 <=0.20
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 <=0.35
Mn (%) <=0.50 0.40-0.70
Ni (%) 3.80-4.50 1.80-2.20
Cr (%) 1.00-1.40 1.40-1.70
Mo (%) 0.15-0.35 0.15-0.25
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 EN39B BS 970 EN355
Tensile Strength ≥1313 MPa (85 tons/sq in, converted) ≥1313 MPa (85 tons/sq in, converted)
Elongation ≥12% ≥12%
Condition Core, after heat treatment (lowest-strength condition of the standard) core, min (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN39B
Not documented
BS 970 EN355
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for tensile strength 85 tons/sq in min.
Can BS 970 EN39B Be Substituted With BS 970 EN355?
BS 970 EN39B and BS 970 EN355 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN39B and BS 970 EN355?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 EN39B be substituted with BS 970 EN355?
BS 970 EN39B and BS 970 EN355 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.