BS 970:1955 EN353 Steel — Specifications & Listings
BS 970:1955
Nickel chrome case hardening steel
Grade Details
| Grade | BS 970:1955 EN353 |
| Standard | BS 970:1955 |
| Description | Nickel chrome case hardening steel |
| Applications | Heavily loaded gears, cams, camshafts |
Equivalent / Similar Grades
Chemical Composition (%)
| C |
Mn |
Cr |
Ni |
| 0.14–0.20 |
0.35–0.65 |
0.90–1.30 |
1.00–1.40 |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength |
700–850 MPa |
| Case Hardness HRC |
58–62 |
| Elongation |
≥13% |
Typical Available Sizes
| Round Bar |
16mm–200mm dia |
| Flat Bar |
20×8mm–150×40mm |
Sizes are indicative. Contact seller for exact availability.
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