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EN 10089 50CrV4 vs EN 10089 55Cr3

Close Alternative — 77.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10089 50CrV4 (EN 10089:2002) and EN 10089 55Cr3 (EN 10089:2002) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Spring Steel category. EN 10089 50CrV4 is typically used for valve springs, high duty coil springs, hand tools, while EN 10089 55Cr3 is commonly used for automotive leaf springs, heavy coil springs. EN 10089 50CrV4 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10089 55Cr3 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10089 50CrV4 vs EN 10089 55Cr3 is a 78.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 75%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 77.3%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10089 50CrV4:
EN 10089 55Si7 EN 10083-3 51CrV4 IS 3431 50Cr4V2 GB/T 1222 55CrMnA EN 10083-1 51CrV4 IS 1570 (Part 4) 55Si7 IS 5517 55Cr3 IS 3195 55Si7 IS 3431 55Si7 IS 3431 60Cr4V2 IS 3195 52Cr4Mo2V EN 10083-1 51CrV4
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
78.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
75%
OVERALL
77.3%
Specifications
Property EN 10089 50CrV4 EN 10089 55Cr3
Standard EN 10089:2002 EN 10089:2002
Category Spring Steel Spring Steel
C (%) 0.47–0.55 0.52–0.59
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 0.15–0.35
Mn (%) 0.70–1.10 0.70–1.00
Cr (%) 0.90–1.20 0.60–0.90
V (%) 0.10–0.20 Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10089 50CrV4 EN 10089 55Cr3
Tensile Strength 1100–1300 MPa 1100–1350 MPa
Yield Strength ≥1000 MPa ≥1000 MPa
Elongation ≥8% ≥6%
Hardness 321–375 HB 321–388 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10089 50CrV4
Valve springs, high duty coil springs, hand tools
EN 10089 55Cr3
Automotive leaf springs, heavy coil springs
Key Differences
Can EN 10089 50CrV4 Be Substituted With EN 10089 55Cr3?
EN 10089 50CrV4 and EN 10089 55Cr3 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN 10089 50CrV4
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 30–30 mm (1.18–1.18 in)
Length: 5000–6500 mm (196.85–255.91 in)
EN 10089 55Cr3
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 30–30 mm (1.18–1.18 in)
Length: 5100–6600 mm (200.79–259.84 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10089 50CrV4
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EN 10089 55Cr3
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10089 50CrV4 and EN 10089 55Cr3?
EN 10089 50CrV4 specifies V which is not specified for EN 10089 55Cr3.
Can EN 10089 50CrV4 be substituted with EN 10089 55Cr3?
EN 10089 50CrV4 and EN 10089 55Cr3 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.