Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN56A (BS 970:1955) and GOST 5632 08X18H10 (GOST 5632-2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
BS 970 EN56A is defined under British Standards (BS) (United Kingdom).
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN56A vs GOST 5632 08X18H10 is a 67.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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 EN56A
GOST 5632 08X18H10
Tensile Strength
≥541 MPa (35 tons/sq in, converted)
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
≥386 MPa (25 tons/sq in, converted)
≥205 MPa
Elongation
≥25%
≥40%
Hardness
152-207 HB
Not specified
Condition
Hardened and tempered P (ruling 6), ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN56A
Not documented
GOST 5632 08X18H10
Chemical equipment, food processing, general corrosion resistant applications
Can BS 970 EN56A Be Substituted With GOST 5632 08X18H10?
BS 970 EN56A and GOST 5632 08X18H10 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.
What is the difference between BS 970 EN56A and GOST 5632 08X18H10?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 EN56A be substituted with GOST 5632 08X18H10?
BS 970 EN56A and GOST 5632 08X18H10 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.