Strong Match — 85.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 (DIN 17211:1987) and BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 is typically used for used for nitrided shafts, gears, crankshafts, spindles, extrusion screws, and wear-resistant machine components., while BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 is commonly used for steel for surface hardening by nitriding (section three).
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany, while BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 is a 85.2% 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 85.2%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39
Tensile Strength
900–1050 MPa
Not specified
Surface Hardness HV
≥950 (nitrided)
Not specified
Typical Applications
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4
Used for nitrided shafts, gears, crankshafts, spindles, extrusion screws, and wear-resistant machine components.
BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39
Steel for surface hardening by nitriding (section three)
Key Differences
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 specifies Al which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39.
Can DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39?
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 and BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 is often considered as a substitute for DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 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 DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 and BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39?
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 specifies Al which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39.
Can DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39?
DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 and BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 970 (Part 1) 905M39 is often considered as a substitute for DIN 17211 41CrAlMo7-4 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.