Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 53% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Hardness HRC
Not specified
28–34 (pre-hardened)
Hardness HRC (hardened)
Not specified
38–44
Corrosion Resistance
Not specified
Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6
Not documented
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Key Differences
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 specifies P, S, Cu which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316.
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 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 IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 specifies P, S, Cu which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 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.