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DIN 17210 15CrMo5 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

DIN 17210 15CrMo5 (DIN 17210:1986) and BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. DIN 17210 15CrMo5 is typically used for used in gears, pinions, camshafts, transmission shafts, and wear-resistant machine parts., while BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 is commonly used for used for gears, shafts, studs, machine spindles, crankshafts, and automotive components.. DIN 17210 15CrMo5 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany, while BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, DIN 17210 15CrMo5 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 is a 71.1% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

Frequently Compared With DIN 17210 15CrMo5:
NF A35-565 100C6 GOST 4543 12HN3A GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 UNI 11234 100Cr6
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property DIN 17210 15CrMo5 BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37
Standard DIN 17210:1986 BS 970 (Part 1):1983
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.13-0.17 0.35-0.40
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.80-1.10 0.70-0.90
Cr (%) 1.00-1.30 0.90-1.20
Mo (%) 0.20-0.30 0.15-0.25
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.035 <=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 DIN 17210 15CrMo5 BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37
Tensile Strength 700-900 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 500 MPa min Not specified
Elongation 11-15% Not specified
Hardness 220-280 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
DIN 17210 15CrMo5
Used in gears, pinions, camshafts, transmission shafts, and wear-resistant machine parts.
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37
Used for gears, shafts, studs, machine spindles, crankshafts, and automotive components.
Key Differences
Can DIN 17210 15CrMo5 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37?
DIN 17210 15CrMo5 and BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
DIN 17210 15CrMo5
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5400–7000 mm (212.6–275.59 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 6700–7000 mm (263.78–275.59 in)
On M-EX Right Now
DIN 17210 15CrMo5
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BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIN 17210 15CrMo5 and BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37?
DIN 17210 15CrMo5 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37.
Can DIN 17210 15CrMo5 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37?
DIN 17210 15CrMo5 and BS 970 (Part 1) 708A37 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.