AISI 1213 vs IS 4432 10C8S10

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AISI 1213 and IS 4432 10C8S10 (IS 4432:1988) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category. AISI 1213 is typically used for screw machine products, bolts, studs, while IS 4432 10C8S10 is commonly used for forgings and fabrication of case-hardened machine or automobile parts. AISI 1213 is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while IS 4432 10C8S10 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, AISI 1213 vs IS 4432 10C8S10 is a 75.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With AISI 1213:
IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1126 SAE J403 1132 SAE J403 1132 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1117 SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1118 SAE J403 1126 SAE J403 1126
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
75.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property AISI 1213 IS 4432 10C8S10
Standard AISI IS 4432:1988
Category Free Machining Steel Free Machining Steel
C (%) ≤0.13 <=0.15
Mn (%) 0.70–1.00 0.60-0.90
S (%) 0.24–0.33 0.08-0.13
P (%) 0.07–0.12 <=0.035
Si (%) Not specified 0.15-0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property AISI 1213 IS 4432 10C8S10
Tensile Strength 380–490 MPa Not specified
Elongation ≥10% Not specified
Hardness ≤149 HB Not specified
Core Tensile Strength Not specified 600-850 MPa (16 mm) / 550-800 MPa (30 mm)
Core Yield Strength Not specified >=400 MPa (16 mm) / >=330 MPa (30 mm)
Core Elongation Not specified >=12% (16 mm) / >=14% (30 mm)
Core Reduction of Area Not specified >=35% (16 mm) / >=40% (30 mm)
Hardness, annealed (A) Not specified <=150 HB
Typical Applications
AISI 1213
Screw machine products, bolts, studs
IS 4432 10C8S10
Forgings and fabrication of case-hardened machine or automobile parts
Key Differences
Can AISI 1213 Be Substituted With IS 4432 10C8S10?
AISI 1213 and IS 4432 10C8S10 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.
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AISI 1213
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Across Flats: 25–25 mm (0.98–0.98 in)
Length: 3300–4600 mm (129.92–181.1 in)
IS 4432 10C8S10
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AISI 1213 and IS 4432 10C8S10?
IS 4432 10C8S10 specifies Si which is not specified for AISI 1213.
Can AISI 1213 be substituted with IS 4432 10C8S10?
AISI 1213 and IS 4432 10C8S10 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.