Close Alternative — 77.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 (IS 5517:1993) and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 is a 77.7% 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 77.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32
Tensile Strength
700-850 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength (0.2% proof)
540 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
>=18%
Not specified
Izod Impact
55 J min
Not specified
Hardness (annealed)
<=200 HB
Not specified
Condition
Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 150 mm
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6
Not documented
BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32
Steel for surface hardening by nitriding (section three)
Key Differences
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32.
Can IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32?
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 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 5517 15Cr13Mo6 and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32?
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32.
Can IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32?
IS 5517 15Cr13Mo6 and BS 970 (Part 1) 720M32 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.