Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4051 S20C (JIS G4051:2009) and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 (BS 970 (Part 3):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
JIS G4051 S20C is typically used for shafts, pins, keys, lightly stressed components, while BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 is commonly used for used for springs, blades, wear plates, hand tools, shafts, and cutting components..
JIS G4051 S20C is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4051 S20C vs BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 is a 82.8% 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 G4051 S20C
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55
Tensile Strength
>=440 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=23%
Not specified
Hardness
<=149 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4051 S20C
Shafts, pins, keys, lightly stressed components
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55
Used for springs, blades, wear plates, hand tools, shafts, and cutting components.
Can JIS G4051 S20C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55?
JIS G4051 S20C and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 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 G4051 S20C and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4051 S20C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55?
JIS G4051 S20C and BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 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.