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JIS G4051 S45C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4051 S45C (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 S45C is typically used for shafts, gears, bolts, machine parts, keys, while BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 is commonly used for used for bolts, studs, shafts, brackets, fabricated components, and general engineering parts.. JIS G4051 S45C 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 S45C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 is a 78% 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%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4051 S45C:
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
78%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property JIS G4051 S45C BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Standard JIS G4051:2009 BS 970 (Part 1):1991
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.42-0.48 0.08-0.13
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.60-0.90 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 S45C BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Tensile Strength >=570 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=430 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=17% Not specified
Hardness 167-229 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4051 S45C
Shafts, gears, bolts, machine parts, keys
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
Used for bolts, studs, shafts, brackets, fabricated components, and general engineering parts.
Key Differences
Can JIS G4051 S45C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10?
JIS G4051 S45C and BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
JIS G4051 S45C
Round Bar → (6 listings)
Diameter: 7.5–40 mm (0.3–1.57 in)
Length: 5400–7000 mm (212.6–275.59 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 S45C
6 active listings and RFQs →
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4051 S45C and BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10?
JIS G4051 S45C specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10.
Can JIS G4051 S45C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10?
JIS G4051 S45C and BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 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.