Close Alternative — 84.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
SAE J403 1018 (SAE J403:2001) and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
SAE J403 1018 is typically used for chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes, 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..
SAE J403 1018 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, SAE J403 1018 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32 is a 86% 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 84.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
SAE J403 1018
Chemistry-only grade; product scope as listed in the composition notes
BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
Can SAE J403 1018 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
SAE J403 1018 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.
What is the difference between SAE J403 1018 and BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can SAE J403 1018 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32?
SAE J403 1018 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.