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JIS G4051 S22C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10

Close Alternative — 81.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4051 S22C (JIS G4051:2009) and BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. JIS G4051 S22C is typically used for lightly stressed components, welded structures, while BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 is commonly used for used for bolts, studs, shafts, brackets, fabricated components, and general engineering parts.. JIS G4051 S22C is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, JIS G4051 S22C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 is a 81.8% 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 81.8%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4051 S22C:
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
81.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
81.8%
Specifications
Property JIS G4051 S22C BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Standard JIS G4051:2009 BS 970 (Part 1):1991
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.20-0.25 0.08-0.13
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.30-0.60 0.30-0.50
S (%) <=0.035 Not specified
P (%) <=0.030 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 JIS G4051 S22C BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Tensile Strength >=440 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=21% Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4051 S22C
Lightly stressed components, welded structures
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Used for bolts, studs, shafts, brackets, fabricated components, and general engineering parts.
Key Differences
Can JIS G4051 S22C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10?
JIS G4051 S22C and BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
JIS G4051 S22C
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5000–6000 mm (196.85–236.22 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 4700–5500 mm (185.04–216.54 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G4051 S22C
2 active listings and RFQs →
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4051 S22C and BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10?
JIS G4051 S22C specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10.
Can JIS G4051 S22C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10?
JIS G4051 S22C and BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 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.