Close Alternative — 84.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 3195 98C6 (IS 3195:1992) and BS 970 EN42 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Spring Steel category.
IS 3195 98C6 is typically used for volute and helical springs for railway rolling stock; flats and rounds, springs worked hot and heat-treated (clause 1.1, foreword), while BS 970 EN42 is commonly used for springs, chisels, punches, cutting tools.
IS 3195 98C6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while BS 970 EN42 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, IS 3195 98C6 vs BS 970 EN42 is a 87% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 3195 98C6
BS 970 EN42
Hardness, annealed
<=240 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 3195 98C6
Volute and helical springs for railway rolling stock; flats and rounds, springs worked hot and heat-treated (clause 1.1, foreword)
BS 970 EN42
Springs, chisels, punches, cutting tools
Can IS 3195 98C6 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN42?
IS 3195 98C6 and BS 970 EN42 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between IS 3195 98C6 and BS 970 EN42?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can IS 3195 98C6 be substituted with BS 970 EN42?
IS 3195 98C6 and BS 970 EN42 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.