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EN 10083-2 C40 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10083-2 C40 (EN 10083-2:2006) and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. EN 10083-2 C40 is typically used for shafts, gears, bolts, machine parts, agricultural equipment, while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is commonly used for used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.. EN 10083-2 C40 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, EN 10083-2 C40 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is a 62.3% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10083-2 C40:
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
62.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN 10083-2 C40 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Standard EN 10083-2:2006 BS 970 (Part 1):1991
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.37-0.44 0.18-0.23
Cr (%) <=0.40 Not specified
Cr+Mo+Ni (%) <=0.63 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 0.70-0.90
Mo (%) <=0.10 Not specified
Ni (%) <=0.40 Not specified
P (%) <=0.045 Not specified
S (%) <=0.045 Not specified
Si (%) <=0.40 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 EN 10083-2 C40 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Condition Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm Not specified
Elongation 16% min Not specified
Tensile Strength 650 to 800 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 460 MPa min Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10083-2 C40
Shafts, gears, bolts, machine parts, agricultural equipment
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.
Key Differences
Can EN 10083-2 C40 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
EN 10083-2 C40 and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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
EN 10083-2 C40
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5100–6500 mm (200.79–255.91 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
EN 10083-2 C40
3 active listings and RFQs →
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10083-2 C40 and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
EN 10083-2 C40 specifies Cr, Cr+Mo+Ni, Mo, Ni which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20.
Can EN 10083-2 C40 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
EN 10083-2 C40 and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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.