Close Alternative — 81% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-565 16NC11 and BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
NF A35-565 16NC11 is typically used for used for gears, pinions, shafts, cam components, transmission parts, and carburized machine elements., while BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15 is commonly used for case hardening steel (section four).
NF A35-565 16NC11 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, NF A35-565 16NC11 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15 is a 81% 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%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
NF A35-565 16NC11
BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15
Tensile Strength
700-900 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
450-650 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
12-18%
Not specified
Hardness
58-62 HRC (case)
Not specified
Typical Applications
NF A35-565 16NC11
Used for gears, pinions, shafts, cam components, transmission parts, and carburized machine elements.
BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15
Case hardening steel (section four)
Key Differences
NF A35-565 16NC11 specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15.
Can NF A35-565 16NC11 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15?
NF A35-565 16NC11 and BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15 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.
What is the difference between NF A35-565 16NC11 and BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15?
NF A35-565 16NC11 specifies Si, P, S which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15.
Can NF A35-565 16NC11 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15?
NF A35-565 16NC11 and BS 970 (Part 1) 635H15 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.