Minimal Match — 48.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10084 16MnCr5 (EN 10084:2008) and NF A35-565 100C6 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN 10084 16MnCr5 is typically used for gears, camshafts, gudgeon pins, while NF A35-565 100C6 is commonly used for ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races, rollers, precision tools, wear resistant parts.
EN 10084 16MnCr5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while NF A35-565 100C6 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France.
As per chemical composition, EN 10084 16MnCr5 vs NF A35-565 100C6 is a 73.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 48.8%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10084 16MnCr5
NF A35-565 100C6
Condition
Soft annealed
Not specified
Hardenability
+H band at 1.5 mm from the quenched end: 39 to 47 HRC
Can EN 10084 16MnCr5 Be Substituted With NF A35-565 100C6?
EN 10084 16MnCr5 and NF A35-565 100C6 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 10084 16MnCr5 and NF A35-565 100C6?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10084 16MnCr5 be substituted with NF A35-565 100C6?
EN 10084 16MnCr5 and NF A35-565 100C6 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.