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NF A35-552 XC32 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20

Close Alternative — 80.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

NF A35-552 XC32 (NF A35-552:1986) and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. NF A35-552 XC32 is typically used for used for axles, shafts, bolts, machine parts, forged components, and agricultural equipment., while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is commonly used for used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.. NF A35-552 XC32 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, NF A35-552 XC32 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 is a 80.9% 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 80.9%.

Frequently Compared With NF A35-552 XC32:
BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M20 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
80.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
80.9%
Specifications
Property NF A35-552 XC32 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Standard NF A35-552:1986 BS 970 (Part 1):1991
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.29-0.35 0.18-0.23
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 0.70-0.90
P (%) 0.045 max Not specified
S (%) 0.045 max 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 NF A35-552 XC32 BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Tensile Strength 550-700 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 320-420 MPa Not specified
Elongation 18-24% Not specified
Hardness 160-210 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
NF A35-552 XC32
Used for axles, shafts, bolts, machine parts, forged components, and agricultural equipment.
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Used for nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings, precision turned parts, sleeves, and couplings.
Key Differences
Can NF A35-552 XC32 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
NF A35-552 XC32 and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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
NF A35-552 XC32
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 4700–5500 mm (185.04–216.54 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 4800–6600 mm (188.98–259.84 in)
On M-EX Right Now
NF A35-552 XC32
2 active listings and RFQs →
BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between NF A35-552 XC32 and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
NF A35-552 XC32 specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20.
Can NF A35-552 XC32 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20?
NF A35-552 XC32 and BS 970 (Part 1) 080A20 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.