Close Alternative — 84.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 3748 T80V2 (IS 3748:1990) and IS 3748 103T3 (IS 3748:1990) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
IS 3748 T80V2 is typically used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing, while IS 3748 103T3 is commonly used for cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing.
IS 3748 T80V2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 3748 103T3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, IS 3748 T80V2 vs IS 3748 103T3 is a 86.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.9%.
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 T80V2
IS 3748 103T3
Hardness
<=220 HB
<=220 HB
Condition
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
IS 3748 T80V2
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
IS 3748 103T3
Cold work tools and dies for blanking, trimming, chipping and shearing
Key Differences
IS 3748 T80V2 specifies V which is not specified for IS 3748 103T3.
Can IS 3748 T80V2 Be Substituted With IS 3748 103T3?
IS 3748 T80V2 and IS 3748 103T3 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 T80V2 and IS 3748 103T3?
IS 3748 T80V2 specifies V which is not specified for IS 3748 103T3.
Can IS 3748 T80V2 be substituted with IS 3748 103T3?
IS 3748 T80V2 and IS 3748 103T3 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.