Minimal Match — 53.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-552 XC45 (NF A35-552:1986) and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
NF A35-552 XC45 is typically used for shafts, gears, axles, bolts, studs, machine parts, forgings, while BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 is commonly used for as-rolled, or as-rolled and softened, steel (section two).
NF A35-552 XC45 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, NF A35-552 XC45 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 is a 80.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 53.6%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
As-rolled, or as-rolled and softened, steel (section two)
Key Differences
NF A35-552 XC45 specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15.
Can NF A35-552 XC45 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15?
NF A35-552 XC45 and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 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 NF A35-552 XC45 and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15?
NF A35-552 XC45 specifies Si, S, P which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15.
Can NF A35-552 XC45 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15?
NF A35-552 XC45 and BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 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.