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SAE J404 51B60 vs BS 970 EN11

Close Alternative — 80.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SAE J404 51B60 (SAE J404:2009) and BS 970 EN11 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. SAE J404 51B60 is typically used for chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope, while BS 970 EN11 is commonly used for bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. suitable for tensile ranges 55/65 (t) and 65/75 (v) tons/sq in; purchaser to state t or v on the order.. SAE J404 51B60 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while BS 970 EN11 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, SAE J404 51B60 vs BS 970 EN11 is a 80.4% 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 80.4%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
80.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
80.4%
Specifications
Property SAE J404 51B60 BS 970 EN11
Standard SAE J404:2009 BS 970:1955
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.56-0.64 0.50-0.70
Cr (%) 0.70-0.90 0.50-0.80
Mn (%) 0.75-1.00 0.50-0.80
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.050
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.050
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 0.10-0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property SAE J404 51B60 BS 970 EN11
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥849 MPa (55 tons/sq in, converted)
Yield Strength Not specified ≥618 MPa (40 tons/sq in, converted)
Elongation Not specified ≥15%
Hardness Not specified 248-302 HB
Condition Not specified Hardened and tempered T, ruling section 2 1/2 in (lowest-strength condition of the standard)
Typical Applications
SAE J404 51B60
Chemistry-only alloy steel grade; see the composition notes for product scope
BS 970 EN11
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars. Suitable for tensile ranges 55/65 (T) and 65/75 (V) tons/sq in; purchaser to state T or V on the order.
Can SAE J404 51B60 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN11?
SAE J404 51B60 and BS 970 EN11 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SAE J404 51B60 and BS 970 EN11?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can SAE J404 51B60 be substituted with BS 970 EN11?
SAE J404 51B60 and BS 970 EN11 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.