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BS 970 EN54A vs BS 970 EN26

Related Material — 58.5% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN54A (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 EN26 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. BS 970 EN54A is classified under Stainless Steel, while BS 970 EN26 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. BS 970 EN54A is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 EN26 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN54A vs BS 970 EN26 is a 58.5% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 58.5%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
58.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
58.5%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN54A BS 970 EN26
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970:1955
Category Stainless Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.37-0.47 0.36-0.44
Si (%) 1.00-2.00 0.10-0.35
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 0.50-0.70
Ni (%) 13.0-15.0 2.30-2.80
Cr (%) 13.0-15.0 0.50-0.80
W (%) 2.2-3.0 Not specified
Mo (%) 0.40-0.60 0.40-0.70
Nb (%) 0.16-0.22 Not specified
S (%) <=0.045 <=0.050
P (%) <=0.045 <=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 EN54A BS 970 EN26
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥927 MPa (60 tons/sq in, converted)
Yield Strength Not specified ≥741 MPa (48 tons/sq in, converted)
Elongation Not specified ≥17%
Hardness Not specified 269-321 HB
Condition Not specified Hardened and tempered U, ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN54A
Not documented
BS 970 EN26
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for U, V, W, X, Y, Z (60/70 to 100 tons/sq in) according to ruling section.
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN54A Be Substituted With BS 970 EN26?
BS 970 EN54A and BS 970 EN26 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 EN54A and BS 970 EN26?
Different category: BS 970 EN54A is Stainless Steel, BS 970 EN26 is Alloy Steel. BS 970 EN54A specifies W, Nb which are not specified for BS 970 EN26.
Can BS 970 EN54A be substituted with BS 970 EN26?
BS 970 EN54A and BS 970 EN26 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.