Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 (EN 10083-3:2006) and IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, EN 10083-3 38MnB5 vs IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 is a 52.8% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 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 10083-3 38MnB5
IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6
Condition
Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm
Not specified
Elongation
12% min
Not specified
Tensile Strength
1050 to 1250 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
900 MPa min
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10083-3 38MnB5
Quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts (clause 1)
IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6
Not documented
Key Differences
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 specifies B, P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6.
IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 specifies Ni, Cr, Mo which are not specified for EN 10083-3 38MnB5.
Can EN 10083-3 38MnB5 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6?
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 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 EN 10083-3 38MnB5 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6?
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 specifies B, P, S which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6. IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 specifies Ni, Cr, Mo which are not specified for EN 10083-3 38MnB5.
Can EN 10083-3 38MnB5 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6?
EN 10083-3 38MnB5 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 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.