Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10084 16NiCrS4 (EN 10084:2008) and NF A35-565 100C6 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
EN 10084 16NiCrS4 is typically used for case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1), while NF A35-565 100C6 is commonly used for ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races, rollers, precision tools, wear resistant parts.
EN 10084 16NiCrS4 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 16NiCrS4 vs NF A35-565 100C6 is a 63% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
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 10084 16NiCrS4
NF A35-565 100C6
Condition
Soft annealed
Not specified
Hardenability
+H band at 1.5 mm from the quenched end: 39 to 47 HRC
Not specified
Hardness
Soft annealed: 217 HB max
60-66 HRC
Tensile Strength
Not specified
850-1100 MPa
Typical Applications
EN 10084 16NiCrS4
Case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1)
EN 10084 16NiCrS4 specifies Ni which is not specified for NF A35-565 100C6.
Can EN 10084 16NiCrS4 Be Substituted With NF A35-565 100C6?
EN 10084 16NiCrS4 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 16NiCrS4 and NF A35-565 100C6?
EN 10084 16NiCrS4 specifies Ni which is not specified for NF A35-565 100C6.
Can EN 10084 16NiCrS4 be substituted with NF A35-565 100C6?
EN 10084 16NiCrS4 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.