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BS 970 EN3C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10

Close Alternative — 80% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN3C (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. BS 970 EN3C is typically used for welded fabrications, light structural work, while BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 is commonly used for case hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (table 11 mechanical properties).. BS 970 EN3C is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN3C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 is a 80% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 80%.

Frequently Compared With BS 970 EN3C:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M20 BS 970 (Part 1) 070M20 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
80%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
80%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN3C BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970 (Part 1):1983
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.17-0.23 0.07-0.13
Si (%) 0.05-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.60-1.00 0.30-0.60
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 EN3C BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Tensile Strength ≥432 MPa (28 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Elongation ≥25% Not specified
Condition , ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard) Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN3C
Welded fabrications, light structural work
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Case hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (Table 11 mechanical properties).
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN3C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10?
BS 970 EN3C and BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
BS 970 EN3C
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Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 6200–6800 mm (244.09–267.72 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
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BS 970 EN3C
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN3C and BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10?
BS 970 EN3C specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10.
Can BS 970 EN3C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10?
BS 970 EN3C and BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 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.