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AISI 52100 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2

Close Alternative — 73% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AISI 52100 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. AISI 52100 is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, AISI 52100 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 is a 73% 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 73%.

Frequently Compared With AISI 52100:
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GOST 5950 4H5MFS GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS1
Other Tool & Die Steels Grades to Compare With AISI 52100:
IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
73%
Specifications
Property AISI 52100 IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2
Standard AISI IS 1570 (Part 6):1996
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.93–1.05 1.10-1.25
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 0.10-0.35
Mn (%) 0.25–0.45 <=0.40
Cr (%) 1.35–1.60 0.30-0.60
S (%) ≤0.025 <=0.035
P (%) ≤0.025 <=0.035
V (%) Not specified <=0.30
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property AISI 52100 IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2
Tensile Strength ≥620 MPa (annealed) Not specified
Hardness HRC 60–66 (hardened) Not specified
Hardness HB 179–229 (annealed) Not specified
Typical Applications
AISI 52100
Anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers
IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2
Not documented
Key Differences
Can AISI 52100 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2?
AISI 52100 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
AISI 52100
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Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3200 mm (118.11–125.98 in)
IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AISI 52100 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2?
IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 specifies V which is not specified for AISI 52100.
Can AISI 52100 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2?
AISI 52100 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 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.