Close Alternative — 78.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V (GB/T 1299-2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is a 78.1% 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 78.1%.
Frequently Compared With IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4:
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) XT33W9Cr3V4
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Tensile Strength
Not specified
1180-1380 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
980-1180 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
10-14%
Hardness
Not specified
48-54 HRC
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4
Not documented
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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) XT33W9Cr3V4 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
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) XT33W9Cr3V4 be substituted with GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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.