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BS 4659 BH13 vs IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1

Strong Match — 91.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 4659 BH13 (BS 4659:1989) and IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 (IS 3748:1990) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. BS 4659 BH13 is typically used for die casting dies, forging tools, extrusion dies, while IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 is commonly used for hot work tools and dies, such as die-casting dies and hot headers. BS 4659 BH13 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, BS 4659 BH13 vs IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 is a 87.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 91.8%.

Frequently Compared With BS 4659 BH13:
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GOST 5950 3H2W8F AISI 52100 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
87.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
91.8%
Specifications
Property BS 4659 BH13 IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1
Standard BS 4659:1989 IS 3748:1990
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.35–0.42 0.30-0.40
Si (%) 0.80–1.20 0.80-1.20
Mn (%) 0.30–0.50 0.25-0.50
Cr (%) 4.75–5.50 4.75-5.50
Mo (%) 1.20–1.75 1.20-1.60
V (%) 0.80–1.20 1.00-1.20
S (%) Not specified <=0.035
P (%) 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 BH13 IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1
Hardness HRC (hardened) 42–54 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤235 Not specified
Hardness Not specified <=235 HB
Condition Not specified Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
BS 4659 BH13
Die casting dies, forging tools, extrusion dies
IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1
Hot work tools and dies, such as die-casting dies and hot headers
Key Differences
Can BS 4659 BH13 Be Substituted With IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1?
BS 4659 BH13 and IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 is often considered as a substitute for BS 4659 BH13 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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BS 4659 BH13
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Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2800–3800 mm (110.24–149.61 in)
IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 4659 BH13 and IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1?
IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 specifies S, P which are not specified for BS 4659 BH13.
Can BS 4659 BH13 be substituted with IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1?
BS 4659 BH13 and IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoV1 is often considered as a substitute for BS 4659 BH13 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.