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ASTM A681 D4 vs IS 3748 XT215Cr12

Strong Match — 87.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A681 D4 (ASTM A681:2008) and IS 3748 XT215Cr12 (IS 3748:1990) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. ASTM A681 D4 is typically used for tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2), while IS 3748 XT215Cr12 is commonly used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing. ASTM A681 D4 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 3748 XT215Cr12 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A681 D4 vs IS 3748 XT215Cr12 is a 81.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 87.6%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A681 D4:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
81.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
87.6%
Specifications
Property ASTM A681 D4 IS 3748 XT215Cr12
Standard ASTM A681:2008 IS 3748:1990
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 2.05-2.40 2.00-2.30
Mn (%) 0.10-0.60 0.25-0.50
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
Si (%) 0.10-0.60 0.10-0.35
Cr (%) 11.00-13.00 11.0-13.0
V (%) 0.15-1.00 <=0.80
Mo (%) 0.70-1.20 <=0.80
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A681 D4 IS 3748 XT215Cr12
Hardness <=255 HB <=255 HB
Condition Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness) Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
ASTM A681 D4
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
IS 3748 XT215Cr12
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
Can ASTM A681 D4 Be Substituted With IS 3748 XT215Cr12?
ASTM A681 D4 and IS 3748 XT215Cr12 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 3748 XT215Cr12 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A681 D4 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A681 D4 and IS 3748 XT215Cr12?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A681 D4 be substituted with IS 3748 XT215Cr12?
ASTM A681 D4 and IS 3748 XT215Cr12 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 3748 XT215Cr12 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A681 D4 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.