Close Alternative — 71.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 (IS 11169 (Part 1):2022) and EN 10083-2 28Mn6 (EN 10083-2:2006) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 is typically used for cold heading and cold extrusion of parts that are quenched and tempered; the standard covers bars, wire rods and wires of 2 to 100 mm (clause 1.1, annex c), while EN 10083-2 28Mn6 is commonly used for heavy duty shafts, couplings, structural components.
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while EN 10083-2 28Mn6 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 vs EN 10083-2 28Mn6 is a 71.4% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 71.4%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15
EN 10083-2 28Mn6
Condition
Not specified
Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm
Elongation
Not specified
13% min
Hardness
Not specified
Soft annealed (+A): 223 HBW max
Tensile Strength
Not specified
800 to 950 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
590 MPa min
Typical Applications
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15
Cold heading and cold extrusion of parts that are quenched and tempered; the standard covers bars, wire rods and wires of 2 to 100 mm (clause 1.1, Annex C)
EN 10083-2 28Mn6
Heavy duty shafts, couplings, structural components
Key Differences
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 specifies Cu which is not specified for EN 10083-2 28Mn6.
EN 10083-2 28Mn6 specifies Cr+Mo+Ni, Si which are not specified for IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15.
Can IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 Be Substituted With EN 10083-2 28Mn6?
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 and EN 10083-2 28Mn6 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 and EN 10083-2 28Mn6?
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 specifies Cu which is not specified for EN 10083-2 28Mn6. EN 10083-2 28Mn6 specifies Cr+Mo+Ni, Si which are not specified for IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15.
Can IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 be substituted with EN 10083-2 28Mn6?
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 and EN 10083-2 28Mn6 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.