Close Alternative — 82% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 (IS 3748:1990) and IS 3748 T40Ni14 (IS 3748:1990) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 is typically used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing, while IS 3748 T40Ni14 is commonly used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing.
IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 3748 T40Ni14 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 vs IS 3748 T40Ni14 is a 73% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 82%.
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 T30Ni16Cr5
IS 3748 T40Ni14
Hardness
<=255 HB
<=255 HB
Condition
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
IS 3748 T40Ni14
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
Can IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 Be Substituted With IS 3748 T40Ni14?
IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 and IS 3748 T40Ni14 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 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 and IS 3748 T40Ni14?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 be substituted with IS 3748 T40Ni14?
IS 3748 T30Ni16Cr5 and IS 3748 T40Ni14 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.