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EN 10083-2 28Mn6 vs IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15

Close Alternative — 71.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10083-2 28Mn6 (EN 10083-2:2006) and IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 (IS 11169 (Part 1):2022) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Carbon Steel category. EN 10083-2 28Mn6 is typically used for heavy duty shafts, couplings, structural components, while IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 is commonly used for cold heading and cold extrusion of parts that are quenched and tempered; the standard covers bars, wire rods and wires of 2 to 100 mm (clause 1.1, annex c). EN 10083-2 28Mn6 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, EN 10083-2 28Mn6 vs IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 is a 71.4% 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 71.4%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10083-2 28Mn6:
BS 970 (Part 1) 040A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 070M55 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A12 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 040A04 BS 970 (Part 1) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045A10 BS 970 (Part 1) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 3) 045M10 BS 970 (Part 1) 055M15 BS 970 (Part 1) 060A32
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
71.4%
Specifications
Property EN 10083-2 28Mn6 IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15
Standard EN 10083-2:2006 IS 11169 (Part 1):2022
Category Carbon Steel Carbon Steel
C (%) 0.25-0.32 0.36-0.44
Cr (%) <=0.40 <=0.20
Cr+Mo+Ni (%) <=0.63 Not specified
Mn (%) 1.30-1.65 1.35-1.65
Mo (%) <=0.10 <=0.06
Ni (%) <=0.40 <=0.25
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.050
Si (%) <=0.40 Not specified
Cu (%) Not specified <=0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10083-2 28Mn6 IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15
Condition Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm Not specified
Elongation 13% min Not specified
Hardness Soft annealed (+A): 223 HBW max Not specified
Tensile Strength 800 to 950 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 590 MPa min Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10083-2 28Mn6
Heavy duty shafts, couplings, structural components
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15
Cold heading and cold extrusion of parts that are quenched and tempered; the standard covers bars, wire rods and wires of 2 to 100 mm (clause 1.1, Annex C)
Key Differences
Can EN 10083-2 28Mn6 Be Substituted With IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15?
EN 10083-2 28Mn6 and IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 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
EN 10083-2 28Mn6
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 5500–6100 mm (216.54–240.16 in)
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10083-2 28Mn6 and IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15?
EN 10083-2 28Mn6 specifies Cr+Mo+Ni, Si which are not specified for IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15. IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 specifies Cu which is not specified for EN 10083-2 28Mn6.
Can EN 10083-2 28Mn6 be substituted with IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15?
EN 10083-2 28Mn6 and IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 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.