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IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 (IS 3748:1990) and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 (EN ISO 683-17:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 is typically used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing, while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is commonly used for rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling. IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is a 71.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With IS 3748 T140W15Cr2:
IS 3748 118T3 GOST 5950 3H2W8F IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 3748 133T3 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Standard IS 3748:1990 EN ISO 683-17:2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.30-1.50 0.93–1.05
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 0.15–0.35
Mn (%) 0.25-0.50 0.25–0.45
Cr (%) 0.30-0.70 1.35–1.65
W (%) 3.50-4.20 Not specified
S (%) <=0.035 ≤0.025
P (%) <=0.035 ≤0.025
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Hardness <=250 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness) Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥620 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC Not specified 60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HB Not specified 179–217 (annealed)
Typical Applications
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling
Key Differences
Can IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 Be Substituted With EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2
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EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Round Bar → (18 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–6500 mm (118.11–255.91 in)
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IS 3748 T140W15Cr2
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 specifies W which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6.
Can IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 be substituted with EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 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.