Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10087 11SMnPb37 (EN 10087:1998) and IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 (IS 1570 (Part 3):1979) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Free Machining Steel category.
EN 10087 11SMnPb37 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, EN 10087 11SMnPb37 vs IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 is a 72.4% 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 10087 11SMnPb37
IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10
Tensile Strength
380–570 MPa
370-490 MPa
Elongation
≥4%
>=24%
Condition
Not specified
Hot rolled or normalized bars, billets and forgings (Table 2), ruling sections up to 150 mm
Typical Applications
EN 10087 11SMnPb37
High speed automatic machining, precision components
IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10
Not documented
Key Differences
EN 10087 11SMnPb37 specifies Pb which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10.
IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 specifies Si, P which are not specified for EN 10087 11SMnPb37.
Can EN 10087 11SMnPb37 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10?
EN 10087 11SMnPb37 and IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 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 10087 11SMnPb37 and IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10?
EN 10087 11SMnPb37 specifies Pb which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10. IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 specifies Si, P which are not specified for EN 10087 11SMnPb37.
Can EN 10087 11SMnPb37 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10?
EN 10087 11SMnPb37 and IS 1570 (Part 3) 10C8S10 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.