Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 (EN 10088-1:2014) and IS 3748 103T3 (IS 3748:1990) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is typically used for plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium, while IS 3748 103T3 is commonly used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while IS 3748 103T3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs IS 3748 103T3 is a 55.8% 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 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
IS 3748 103T3
Hardness HRC
28–34 (delivered)
Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened)
38–42
Not specified
Corrosion Resistance
Good
Not specified
Hardness
Not specified
<=220 HB
Condition
Not specified
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium
IS 3748 103T3
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
Key Differences
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Cr, Mo, Ni which are not specified for IS 3748 103T3.
IS 3748 103T3 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 Be Substituted With IS 3748 103T3?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and IS 3748 103T3 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 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and IS 3748 103T3?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Cr, Mo, Ni which are not specified for IS 3748 103T3. IS 3748 103T3 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 be substituted with IS 3748 103T3?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and IS 3748 103T3 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.