Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A681 P5 (ASTM A681:2008) and IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
ASTM A681 P5 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A681 P5 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6 is a 73.1% 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 69.9%.
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 P5
IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6
Hardness
<=131 HB
Not specified
Condition
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A681 P5
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A681 P5.
Can ASTM A681 P5 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6?
ASTM A681 P5 and IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6 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 ASTM A681 P5 and IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6?
IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A681 P5.
Can ASTM A681 P5 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6?
ASTM A681 P5 and IS 1570 (Part 6) 80T6 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.