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ASTM A681 L3 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2

Close Alternative — 74.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A681 L3 (ASTM A681:2008) and IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. ASTM A681 L3 is defined under ASTM International, 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, ASTM A681 L3 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2 is a 74.8% 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 74.8%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A681 L3:
IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
74.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
74.8%
Specifications
Property ASTM A681 L3 IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2
Standard ASTM A681:2008 IS 1570 (Part 6):1996
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.95-1.10 1.10-1.25
Mn (%) 0.25-0.80 <=0.40
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
Si (%) 0.10-0.50 0.10-0.35
Cr (%) 1.30-1.70 0.30-0.60
V (%) 0.10-0.30 <=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 ASTM A681 L3 IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2
Hardness <=201 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness) Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A681 L3
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2
Not documented
Can ASTM A681 L3 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2?
ASTM A681 L3 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A681 L3 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A681 L3 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) T118Cr2?
ASTM A681 L3 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.