GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV vs IS 3748 103T3

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

GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV (GB/T 1299-2014) and IS 3748 103T3 (IS 3748:1990) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV is typically used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies, while IS 3748 103T3 is commonly used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing. GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while IS 3748 103T3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV vs IS 3748 103T3 is a 58.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV:
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 AISI 52100 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 3H2W8F IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
58.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV IS 3748 103T3
Standard GB/T 1299-2014 IS 3748:1990
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.45–1.70 0.95-1.10
Mn (%) ≤0.40 <=0.40
Si (%) ≤0.40 0.10-0.30
Cr (%) 11.00–13.00 Not specified
Mo (%) 0.40–0.60 Not specified
V (%) 0.15–0.30 Not specified
S (%) ≤0.030 <=0.035
P (%) ≤0.030 <=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 GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV IS 3748 103T3
Hardness (annealed) ≤255 HB Not specified
Hardness (hardened) 57–62 HRC Not specified
Compressive Strength 2400 MPa Not specified
Hardness Not specified <=220 HB
Condition Not specified Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
IS 3748 103T3
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
Key Differences
Can GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV Be Substituted With IS 3748 103T3?
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV 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
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3100–3400 mm (122.05–133.86 in)
IS 3748 103T3
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GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV and IS 3748 103T3?
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV specifies Cr, Mo, V which are not specified for IS 3748 103T3.
Can GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV be substituted with IS 3748 103T3?
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV 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.