IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 (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) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 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) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is a 48% 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%.
Frequently Compared With IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2:
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) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2
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) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2
Not documented
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.
Key Differences
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 specifies Mo, Co which are not specified for GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 specifies Mo, Co which are not specified for GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V.
Can IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 be substituted with GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT87W6Mo5Cr4V2 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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.