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EN 10089 55Cr3 vs BS 970 EN42D

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

EN 10089 55Cr3 (EN 10089:2002) and BS 970 EN42D (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Spring Steel category. EN 10089 55Cr3 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while BS 970 EN42D is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, EN 10089 55Cr3 vs BS 970 EN42D is a 75.4% 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 10089 55Cr3:
EN 10089 50CrV4 EN 10089 55Si7 GB/T 1222 55CrMnA EN 10083-3 51CrV4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Si7 IS 3195 60Si7 IS 3195 52Cr4Mo2V IS 4367 55Si7 IS 3195 60Cr4V2 IS 5517 55Cr3 IS 1570 (Part 4) 65Si7 IS 3195 98C6
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
75.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN 10089 55Cr3 BS 970 EN42D
Standard EN 10089:2002 BS 970:1955
Category Spring Steel Spring Steel
C (%) 0.52–0.59 0.80-0.90
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 <=0.35
Mn (%) 0.70–1.00 0.55-0.80
Cr (%) 0.60–0.90 Not specified
S (%) Not specified <=0.050
P (%) Not specified <=0.050
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10089 55Cr3 BS 970 EN42D
Tensile Strength 1100–1350 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength ≥1000 MPa Not specified
Elongation ≥6% Not specified
Hardness 321–388 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10089 55Cr3
Automotive leaf springs, heavy coil springs
BS 970 EN42D
Not documented
Key Differences
Can EN 10089 55Cr3 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN42D?
EN 10089 55Cr3 and BS 970 EN42D 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 10089 55Cr3
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 30–30 mm (1.18–1.18 in)
Length: 5100–6600 mm (200.79–259.84 in)
BS 970 EN42D
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10089 55Cr3 and BS 970 EN42D?
EN 10089 55Cr3 specifies Cr which is not specified for BS 970 EN42D. BS 970 EN42D specifies S, P which are not specified for EN 10089 55Cr3.
Can EN 10089 55Cr3 be substituted with BS 970 EN42D?
EN 10089 55Cr3 and BS 970 EN42D 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.