Minimal Match — 45.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GOST 14959 60S2A (GOST 14959-2016) and NF A35-565 100C6 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
GOST 14959 60S2A is typically used for used for coil springs, suspension springs, washers, torsion bars, and railway springs., while NF A35-565 100C6 is commonly used for ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races, rollers, precision tools, wear resistant parts.
NF A35-565 100C6 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF) (France).
As per chemical composition, GOST 14959 60S2A vs NF A35-565 100C6 is a 68.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 45.8%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
GOST 14959 60S2A
NF A35-565 100C6
Tensile Strength
1270-1570 MPa
850-1100 MPa
Yield Strength
1080 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
6% min
Not specified
Hardness
44-52 HRC
60-66 HRC
Typical Applications
GOST 14959 60S2A
Used for coil springs, suspension springs, washers, torsion bars, and railway springs.
NF A35-565 100C6 specifies S, P which are not specified for GOST 14959 60S2A.
Can GOST 14959 60S2A Be Substituted With NF A35-565 100C6?
GOST 14959 60S2A and NF A35-565 100C6 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 GOST 14959 60S2A and NF A35-565 100C6?
NF A35-565 100C6 specifies S, P which are not specified for GOST 14959 60S2A.
Can GOST 14959 60S2A be substituted with NF A35-565 100C6?
GOST 14959 60S2A and NF A35-565 100C6 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.