Close Alternative — 71.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) and ASTM A681 H22 (ASTM A681:2008) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A681 H22 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4 vs ASTM A681 H22 is a 71.7% 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 71.7%.
Frequently Compared With IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4:
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) XT55W14Cr3V4
ASTM A681 H22
Hardness
Not specified
<=235 HB
Condition
Not specified
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4
Not documented
ASTM A681 H22
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4 Be Substituted With ASTM A681 H22?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4 and ASTM A681 H22 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) XT55W14Cr3V4 and ASTM A681 H22?
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) XT55W14Cr3V4 be substituted with ASTM A681 H22?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT55W14Cr3V4 and ASTM A681 H22 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.