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BS 970 EN8A vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20

Close Alternative — 84.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 970 EN8A (BS 970:1955) and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. BS 970 EN8A is typically used for shafts, axles, gears, studs, while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is commonly used for used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.. BS 970 EN8A is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, BS 970 EN8A vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is a 84.8% 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 84.8%.

Frequently Compared With BS 970 EN8A:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
84.8%
Specifications
Property BS 970 EN8A BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Standard BS 970:1955 BS 970 (Part 1):1991
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.33-0.38 0.18-0.23
Si (%) 0.05-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.70-0.90 0.70-0.90
S (%) <=0.060 Not specified
P (%) <=0.060 Not specified
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 EN8A BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Tensile Strength ≥541 MPa (35 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Yield Strength ≥278 MPa (18 tons/sq in, converted) Not specified
Elongation ≥20% Not specified
Hardness 152-207 HB Not specified
Condition NGC 1, Normalised, ruling section 6 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard) Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 970 EN8A
Shafts, axles, gears, studs
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.
Key Differences
Can BS 970 EN8A Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
BS 970 EN8A and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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 EN8A
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5300–6500 mm (208.66–255.91 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 4800–6600 mm (188.98–259.84 in)
On M-EX Right Now
BS 970 EN8A
3 active listings and RFQs →
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 970 EN8A and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
BS 970 EN8A specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20.
Can BS 970 EN8A be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
BS 970 EN8A and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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.