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IS 3748 XT160Cr12 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6

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

IS 3748 XT160Cr12 (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 XT160Cr12 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 XT160Cr12 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 XT160Cr12 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is a 59.2% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With IS 3748 XT160Cr12:
IS 3748 103T3 IS 3748 133T3 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 3748 118T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 GOST 5950 3H2W8F EN ISO 4957 1.2316 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
59.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property IS 3748 XT160Cr12 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Standard IS 3748:1990 EN ISO 683-17:2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.50-1.70 0.93–1.05
Si (%) 0.10-0.35 0.15–0.35
Mn (%) 0.25-0.55 0.25–0.45
Cr (%) 11.0-13.0 1.35–1.65
Mo (%) <=0.80 Not specified
V (%) <=0.80 Not specified
W (%) <=0.60 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 XT160Cr12 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Hardness <=255 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 XT160Cr12
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 XT160Cr12 Be Substituted With EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
IS 3748 XT160Cr12 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 XT160Cr12
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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 XT160Cr12
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EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 3748 XT160Cr12 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
IS 3748 XT160Cr12 specifies Mo, V, W which are not specified for EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6.
Can IS 3748 XT160Cr12 be substituted with EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
IS 3748 XT160Cr12 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.