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IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 vs GOST 5950 3H2W8F

Minimal Match — 39.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 (IS 3748:1990) and GOST 5950 3H2W8F (GOST 5950-2000) 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 GOST 5950 3H2W8F is commonly used for used for forging dies, extrusion tools, hot punches, mandrels, and die inserts.. IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS) (India).

As per chemical composition, IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 vs GOST 5950 3H2W8F is a 59.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 39.9%.

Frequently Compared With IS 3748 T140W15Cr2:
IS 3748 103T3 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 3748 118T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 IS 3748 133T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
59.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
39.9%
Specifications
Property IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 GOST 5950 3H2W8F
Standard IS 3748:1990 GOST 5950-2000
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.30-1.50 0.3-0.4
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 0.2-0.5
Mn (%) 0.25-0.50 Not specified
Cr (%) 0.30-0.70 2.2-2.7
W (%) 3.50-4.20 7.5-9.0
S (%) <=0.035 Not specified
P (%) <=0.035 Not specified
V (%) Not specified 0.3-0.6
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 GOST 5950 3H2W8F
Hardness <=250 HB 45-50 HRC
Condition Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness) Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified 1400-1700 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified 1200 MPa min
Elongation Not specified 8% min
Typical Applications
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
GOST 5950 3H2W8F
Used for forging dies, extrusion tools, hot punches, mandrels, and die inserts.
Key Differences
Can IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 Be Substituted With GOST 5950 3H2W8F?
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 and GOST 5950 3H2W8F 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
No active listings currently.
GOST 5950 3H2W8F
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2800–4300 mm (110.24–169.29 in)
On M-EX Right Now
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2
0 active listings and RFQs →
GOST 5950 3H2W8F
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 and GOST 5950 3H2W8F?
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 specifies Mn, S, P which are not specified for GOST 5950 3H2W8F. GOST 5950 3H2W8F specifies V which is not specified for IS 3748 T140W15Cr2.
Can IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 be substituted with GOST 5950 3H2W8F?
IS 3748 T140W15Cr2 and GOST 5950 3H2W8F 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.