Related Material — 60.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GOST 5950 3H2W8F (GOST 5950-2000) and IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS) (India).
As per chemical composition, GOST 5950 3H2W8F vs IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2 is a 60.5% 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 60.5%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
GOST 5950 3H2W8F
IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2
Tensile Strength
1400-1700 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
1200 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
8% min
Not specified
Hardness
45-50 HRC
Not specified
Typical Applications
GOST 5950 3H2W8F
Used for forging dies, extrusion tools, hot punches, mandrels, and die inserts.
IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2 specifies Mn, P, S which are not specified for GOST 5950 3H2W8F.
Can GOST 5950 3H2W8F Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2?
GOST 5950 3H2W8F and IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2 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 GOST 5950 3H2W8F and IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2?
IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2 specifies Mn, P, S which are not specified for GOST 5950 3H2W8F.
Can GOST 5950 3H2W8F be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2?
GOST 5950 3H2W8F and IS 1570 (Part 6) T40W8Cr5V2 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.