Related Material — 65% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AISI D2 KNL (ASTM A681) and IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) are both steel grades.
AISI D2 KNL is classified under Tool & Die Steels, while IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below.
AISI D2 KNL is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, AISI D2 KNL vs IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 is a 71.3% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
AISI D2 KNL
IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48
Hardness (annealed)
≤255 HB
Not specified
Hardness (hardened)
58–62 HRC
Not specified
Compressive Strength
2600 MPa
Not specified
Typical Applications
AISI D2 KNL
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48
Not documented
Key Differences
Different category: AISI D2 KNL is Tool & Die Steels, IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 is Alloy Steel.
AISI D2 KNL specifies S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48.
Can AISI D2 KNL Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48?
AISI D2 KNL and IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 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 D2 KNL and IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48?
Different category: AISI D2 KNL is Tool & Die Steels, IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 is Alloy Steel. AISI D2 KNL specifies S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48.
Can AISI D2 KNL be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48?
AISI D2 KNL and IS 1570 (Part 4) XT160Cr48 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.