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DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39

Close Alternative — 73.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 (DIN 17200:1986) and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 is typically used for power generation components, rotors, turbine parts, while BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is commonly used for steel for surface hardening by nitriding (section three). DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany, while BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is a 73.3% 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 73.3%.

Frequently Compared With DIN 17200 30CrMoV9:
UNI 11234 100Cr6 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A NF A35-565 100C6 GOST 4543 12HN3A IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
73.3%
Specifications
Property DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39
Standard DIN 17200:1986 BS 970 (Part 1):1991
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.26–0.34 0.35-0.43
Mn (%) 0.40–0.70 0.45-0.70
Cr (%) 2.30–2.70 3.00-3.50
Mo (%) 0.90–1.10 0.80-1.10
V (%) 0.18–0.28 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 DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39
Tensile Strength 900–1100 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength ≥750 MPa Not specified
Elongation ≥13% Not specified
Typical Applications
DIN 17200 30CrMoV9
Power generation components, rotors, turbine parts
BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39
Steel for surface hardening by nitriding (section three)
Key Differences
Can DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39?
DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 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.
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DIN 17200 30CrMoV9
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Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5500–6600 mm (216.54–259.84 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39?
DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 specifies V which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39.
Can DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39?
DIN 17200 30CrMoV9 and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 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.