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GB/T 18254 GCr15 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 18254 GCr15 (GB/T 18254-2016) and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. GB/T 18254 GCr15 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 18254 GCr15 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 is a 80% 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 69.9%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 18254 GCr15:
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 AISI 52100 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GOST 5950 4H5MFS DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Other Tool & Die Steels Grades to Compare With GB/T 18254 GCr15:
IS 3748 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
80%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property GB/T 18254 GCr15 IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
Standard GB/T 18254-2016 IS 1570 (Part 6):1996
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.95–1.05 2.00-2.30
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 0.10-0.35
Mn (%) 0.25–0.45 0.25-0.50
Cr (%) 1.40–1.65 11.0-13.0
S (%) ≤0.020 <=0.035
P (%) ≤0.025 <=0.035
Mo (%) Not specified <=0.80 (optional)
V (%) Not specified <=0.80 (optional)
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 18254 GCr15 IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
Hardness HRC (hardened) 60–66 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤179–207 Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 18254 GCr15
Ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
Not documented
Key Differences
Can GB/T 18254 GCr15 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12?
GB/T 18254 GCr15 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 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 18254 GCr15
Round Bar → (23 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2700–6600 mm (106.3–259.84 in)
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 18254 GCr15 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 specifies Mo, V which are not specified for GB/T 18254 GCr15.
Can GB/T 18254 GCr15 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12?
GB/T 18254 GCr15 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT215Cr12 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.