Close Alternative — 84.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) and GB/T 18254 GCr15 (GB/T 18254-2016) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while GB/T 18254 GCr15 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 vs GB/T 18254 GCr15 is a 84.1% 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 84.1%.
Frequently Compared With IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5:
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) T105Cr5
GB/T 18254 GCr15
Hardness HRC (hardened)
Not specified
60–66
Hardness HB (annealed)
Not specified
≤179–207
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5
Not documented
GB/T 18254 GCr15
Ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing races
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 Be Substituted With GB/T 18254 GCr15?
IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 and GB/T 18254 GCr15 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 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 and GB/T 18254 GCr15?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 be substituted with GB/T 18254 GCr15?
IS 1570 (Part 6) T105Cr5 and GB/T 18254 GCr15 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.