Strong Match — 89.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 EN61 (BS 970:1955) and ASTM A240/A240M S44200 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
BS 970 EN61 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while ASTM A240/A240M S44200 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN61 vs ASTM A240/A240M S44200 is a 89.7% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 89.7%.
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 EN61
ASTM A240/A240M S44200
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=515 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=275 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness
Not specified
<=217 HB
Condition
Not specified
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN61
Not documented
ASTM A240/A240M S44200
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can BS 970 EN61 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S44200?
BS 970 EN61 and ASTM A240/A240M S44200 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S44200 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN61 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between BS 970 EN61 and ASTM A240/A240M S44200?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 EN61 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S44200?
BS 970 EN61 and ASTM A240/A240M S44200 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S44200 is often considered as a substitute for BS 970 EN61 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.