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BS 4659 BD3 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12

Close Alternative — 84.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 4659 BD3 (BS 4659:1989) and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. BS 4659 BD3 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, BS 4659 BD3 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 is a 84.8% 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 84.8%.

Frequently Compared With BS 4659 BD3:
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS AISI 52100 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 3H2W8F DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
84.8%
Specifications
Property BS 4659 BD3 IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
Standard BS 4659:1989 IS 1570 (Part 6):1996
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 2.00–2.35 2.00-2.30
Mn (%) ≤0.60 0.25-0.50
Cr (%) 11.00–13.50 11.0-13.0
Si (%) ≤0.60 0.10-0.35
Mo (%) Not specified <=0.80 (optional)
V (%) Not specified <=0.80 (optional)
P (%) Not specified <=0.035
S (%) Not specified <=0.035
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property BS 4659 BD3 IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
Hardness HRC (hardened) 58–64 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤255 Not specified
Typical Applications
BS 4659 BD3
Blanking dies, forming tools, gauges
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
Not documented
Key Differences
Can BS 4659 BD3 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12?
BS 4659 BD3 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 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
BS 4659 BD3
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3100–3100 mm (122.05–122.05 in)
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 4659 BD3 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 specifies Mo, V, P, S which are not specified for BS 4659 BD3.
Can BS 4659 BD3 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12?
BS 4659 BD3 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 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.