IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 vs ASTM A681 H41

Related Material — 69.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 (IS 3748:1990) and ASTM A681 H41 (ASTM A681:2008) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 is typically used for hot work tools and dies, such as die-casting dies and hot headers, while ASTM A681 H41 is commonly used for tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2). IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A681 H41 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 vs ASTM A681 H41 is a 54.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.8%.

Frequently Compared With IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3:
IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 3H2W8F EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 IS 3748 103T3 IS 3748 118T3 IS 3748 133T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
54.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
69.8%
Specifications
Property IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 ASTM A681 H41
Standard IS 3748:1990 ASTM A681:2008
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.30-0.40 0.60-0.75
Si (%) 0.80-1.20 0.20-0.45
Mn (%) 0.25-0.50 0.15-0.40
Cr (%) 4.75-5.50 3.50-4.00
Mo (%) 1.20-1.60 8.20-9.20
V (%) 0.20-0.40 1.00-1.30
W (%) 1.20-1.60 1.40-2.10
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
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 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 ASTM A681 H41
Hardness <=235 HB <=235 HB
Condition Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness) Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3
Hot work tools and dies, such as die-casting dies and hot headers
ASTM A681 H41
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
Can IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 Be Substituted With ASTM A681 H41?
IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 and ASTM A681 H41 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 and ASTM A681 H41?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 be substituted with ASTM A681 H41?
IS 3748 XT35Cr5MoW1V3 and ASTM A681 H41 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.