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BS 970 EN58J vs IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN58J (BS 970:1955) and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H (IS 1570 (Part 7):1992) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. BS 970 EN58J is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN58J vs IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H is a 58.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With BS 970 EN58J:
IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH EN 10088-1 1.4401
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
58.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN58J IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H
Standard BS 970:1955 IS 1570 (Part 7):1992
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.12 0.09-0.15
Si (%) >=0.20 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=1.00
Ni (%) 8.0-12.0 <=1.00
Cr (%) 17.0-20.0 11.5-14.00
Mo (%) 2.50-3.50 Not specified
S (%) <=0.045 <=0.030
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.040
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 EN58J IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H
Tensile Strength ≥541 MPa (35 tons/sq in, converted) 470-670 MPa
Yield Strength ≥185 MPa (12 tons/sq in, converted) >=265 MPa (0.2 % proof stress)
Elongation ≥30% >=20%
Condition , ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard) Bars, forgings, plates, A, thickness up to 160 (first row of Table 3)
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN58J
Not documented
IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H
Boilers, pressure vessels, steam turbines, steam and water piping and other power plant equipment working at elevated temperature
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN58J Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H?
BS 970 EN58J and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H 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 EN58J and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H?
BS 970 EN58J specifies Mo which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H.
Can BS 970 EN58J be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H?
BS 970 EN58J and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H 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.