Related Material — 65.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 is a 65.9% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8
IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3
Hardness HRC (hardened)
60–64
Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed)
≤217
Not specified
Wear Resistance
Good
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8
Taps, drills, reamers, gauges, punches
IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3
Not documented
Key Differences
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 specifies V which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3.
IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8.
Can EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3?
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 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 ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3?
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 specifies V which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3. IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8.
Can EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3?
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 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.