Close Alternative — 84% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) and JIS G4404 SKD5 (JIS G4404:2006) 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 JIS G4404 SKD5 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 vs JIS G4404 SKD5 is a 84% 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%.
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
JIS G4404 SKD5
Hardness HRC (hardened)
Not specified
38-52
Hardness HB (annealed)
Not specified
<=229
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4
Not documented
JIS G4404 SKD5
Hot extrusion dies, hot forging tools
Key Differences
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD5.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 Be Substituted With JIS G4404 SKD5?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 and JIS G4404 SKD5 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 JIS G4404 SKD5?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD5.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 be substituted with JIS G4404 SKD5?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 and JIS G4404 SKD5 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.