Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10083-1 3C55 (EN 10083-1:1991) and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
EN 10083-1 3C55 is typically used for quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1), while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is commonly used for used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings..
EN 10083-1 3C55 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 10083-1 3C55 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is a 62.7% 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%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10083-1 3C55
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Condition
Quenched and tempered, ruling section d <= 16 mm
Not specified
Elongation
12% min
Not specified
Hardness
Soft annealed: 229 HB max
Not specified
Tensile Strength
800 to 950 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
550 MPa min
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10083-1 3C55
Quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1)
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.
Key Differences
EN 10083-1 3C55 specifies Cr, Cr+Mo+Ni, Mo, Ni which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20.
Can EN 10083-1 3C55 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
EN 10083-1 3C55 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.
What is the difference between EN 10083-1 3C55 and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
EN 10083-1 3C55 specifies Cr, Cr+Mo+Ni, Mo, Ni which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20.
Can EN 10083-1 3C55 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
EN 10083-1 3C55 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.