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EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 vs IS 3748 103T3

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and IS 3748 103T3 (IS 3748:1990) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 is typically used for hot extrusion dies, hot forging dies for non-ferrous metals, while IS 3748 103T3 is commonly used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing. EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 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 ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 vs IS 3748 103T3 is a 63.2% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3:
AISI 52100 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GOST 5950 4H5MFS GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
63.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 IS 3748 103T3
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 IS 3748:1990
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.26–0.36 0.95-1.10
Si (%) 0.15–0.50 0.10-0.30
Mn (%) 0.15–0.40 <=0.40
Cr (%) 2.50–3.50 Not specified
W (%) 8.50–10.00 Not specified
V (%) 0.30–0.60 Not specified
S (%) Not specified <=0.035
P (%) Not specified <=0.035
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 X30WCrV9-3 IS 3748 103T3
Hardness HRC (hardened) 38–52 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤229 Not specified
Hardness Not specified <=220 HB
Condition Not specified Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3
Hot extrusion dies, hot forging dies for non-ferrous metals
IS 3748 103T3
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
Key Differences
Can EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 Be Substituted With IS 3748 103T3?
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3
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Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2800–3600 mm (110.24–141.73 in)
IS 3748 103T3
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 and IS 3748 103T3?
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 specifies Cr, W, V which are not specified for IS 3748 103T3. IS 3748 103T3 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3.
Can EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 be substituted with IS 3748 103T3?
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 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.