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GOST 4543 40X vs BS 970 EN111A

Related Material — 67% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GOST 4543 40X (GOST 4543-2016) and BS 970 EN111A (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. BS 970 EN111A is defined under British Standards (BS) (United Kingdom).

As per chemical composition, GOST 4543 40X vs BS 970 EN111A is a 67% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 67%.

Frequently Compared With GOST 4543 40X:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
67%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
67%
Specifications
Property GOST 4543 40X BS 970 EN111A
Standard GOST 4543-2016 BS 970:1955
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.36-0.44 0.33-0.38
Si (%) 0.17-0.37 0.10-0.35
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 0.60-0.90
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.050
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.050
Cr (%) 0.80-1.10 0.45-0.75
Ni (%) <=0.30 1.00-1.50
Cu (%) <=0.30 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 GOST 4543 40X BS 970 EN111A
Tensile Strength 980-1180 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=785 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=10% Not specified
Hardness 229-285 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
GOST 4543 40X
gears, shafts, axles, spindles, studs, automotive components
BS 970 EN111A
Not documented
Key Differences
Can GOST 4543 40X Be Substituted With BS 970 EN111A?
GOST 4543 40X and BS 970 EN111A 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
GOST 4543 40X
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5100–6000 mm (200.79–236.22 in)
BS 970 EN111A
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GOST 4543 40X
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BS 970 EN111A
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GOST 4543 40X and BS 970 EN111A?
GOST 4543 40X specifies Cu which is not specified for BS 970 EN111A.
Can GOST 4543 40X be substituted with BS 970 EN111A?
GOST 4543 40X and BS 970 EN111A 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.