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KS D3752 SM45C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32

Close Alternative — 79.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

KS D3752 SM45C (KS D 3752:2024) and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. KS D3752 SM45C is typically used for shafts, keys, gears, bolts, couplings, general machine parts requiring moderate strength., while BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is commonly used for through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of table 6.. KS D3752 SM45C is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, KS D3752 SM45C vs BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is a 79.1% 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 79.1%.

Frequently Compared With KS D3752 SM45C:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
79.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
79.1%
Specifications
Property KS D3752 SM45C BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Standard KS D 3752:2024 BS 970 (Part 1):1983
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.42-0.48 0.30-0.35
Mn (%) 0.6-0.9 0.50-0.70
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 Not specified
P (%) max 0.03 <=0.050
S (%) max 0.03 <=0.050
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property KS D3752 SM45C BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Tensile Strength 690 MPa min (quenched & tempered) Not specified
Yield Strength 490 MPa min Not specified
Elongation 17% min Not specified
Hardness HB 201-269 Not specified
Typical Applications
KS D3752 SM45C
Shafts, keys, gears, bolts, couplings, general machine parts requiring moderate strength.
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
Key Differences
Can KS D3752 SM45C Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
KS D3752 SM45C and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 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
KS D3752 SM45C
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5700–6900 mm (224.41–271.65 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
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KS D3752 SM45C
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between KS D3752 SM45C and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
KS D3752 SM45C specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32.
Can KS D3752 SM45C be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
KS D3752 SM45C and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 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.