EN 10083-2 C55 vs EN 10083-1 2C55

Strong Match — 99.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10083-2 C55 (EN 10083-2:2006) and EN 10083-1 2C55 (EN 10083-1:1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. EN 10083-2 C55 is typically used for springs, high strength shafts, cutting tools, while EN 10083-1 2C55 is commonly used for quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1). EN 10083-2 C55 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10083-1 2C55 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10083-2 C55 vs EN 10083-1 2C55 is a 98.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 99.2%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10083-2 C55:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
98.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
99.2%
Specifications
Property EN 10083-2 C55 EN 10083-1 2C55
Standard EN 10083-2:2006 EN 10083-1:1991
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.52-0.60 0.52-0.60
Cr (%) <=0.40 <=0.40
Cr+Mo+Ni (%) <=0.63 <=0.63
Mn (%) 0.60-0.90 0.60-0.90
Mo (%) <=0.10 <=0.10
Ni (%) <=0.40 <=0.40
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.045 <=0.035
Si (%) <=0.40 <=0.40
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 C55 EN 10083-1 2C55
Condition Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm Quenched and tempered, ruling section d <= 16 mm
Elongation 12% min 12% min
Hardness Soft annealed (+A): 229 HBW max Soft annealed: 229 HB max
Tensile Strength 800 to 950 MPa 800 to 950 MPa
Yield Strength 550 MPa min 550 MPa min
Typical Applications
EN 10083-2 C55
Springs, high strength shafts, cutting tools
EN 10083-1 2C55
Quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1)
Can EN 10083-2 C55 Be Substituted With EN 10083-1 2C55?
EN 10083-2 C55 and EN 10083-1 2C55 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10083-1 2C55 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10083-2 C55 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Length: 5300–6800 mm (208.66–267.72 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10083-2 C55 and EN 10083-1 2C55?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10083-2 C55 be substituted with EN 10083-1 2C55?
EN 10083-2 C55 and EN 10083-1 2C55 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10083-1 2C55 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10083-2 C55 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.