Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AISI 4340 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
AISI 4340 is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, AISI 4340 vs IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 is a 58.9% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 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 4340
IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6
Condition
Quenched & Tempered
Not specified
Tensile Strength
1000–1200 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥830 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥12%
Not specified
Hardness
285–341 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
AISI 4340
Aircraft parts, heavy duty gears, crankshafts, high tensile bolts
IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6
Not documented
Key Differences
AISI 4340 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6.
Can AISI 4340 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
AISI 4340 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 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.
What is the difference between AISI 4340 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
AISI 4340 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6.
Can AISI 4340 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
AISI 4340 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 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.