Close Alternative — 79.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 (IS 3748:1990) and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 is a 79.3% 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 79.3%.
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 T50Cr4V2
IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3
Hardness
<=230 HB
Not specified
Condition
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 3748 T50Cr4V2
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 specifies V which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3.
Can IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3?
IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 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 T50Cr4V2 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3?
IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 specifies V which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3.
Can IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3?
IS 3748 T50Cr4V2 and IS 1570 (Part 6) T55Cr3 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.