Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G3506 S80C (JIS G3506:2004) and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
JIS G3506 S80C is typically used for springs, high carbon wire, hand tools, while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is commonly used for used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings..
JIS G3506 S80C is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, JIS G3506 S80C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is a 81.5% 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 69.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G3506 S80C
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Tensile Strength
≥820 MPa (annealed)
Not specified
Hardness HRC
60–65 (hardened)
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G3506 S80C
Springs, high carbon wire, hand tools
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.
Key Differences
JIS G3506 S80C specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20.
Can JIS G3506 S80C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
JIS G3506 S80C and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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 JIS G3506 S80C and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
JIS G3506 S80C specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20.
Can JIS G3506 S80C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
JIS G3506 S80C and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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.