Strong Match — 87.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 (IS 4367:1991) and IS 4367 36Si7 (IS 4367:1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 4367 36Si7 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 vs IS 4367 36Si7 is a 87.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 88.2%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 87.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 4367 37Mn5Si5
IS 4367 36Si7
Tensile Strength
780-930 MPa
800-950 MPa
Yield Strength
590 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
>=14%
Not specified
Hardness (soft annealed)
<=217 HB
<=217 HB
Condition
Hardened and tempered
Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 100 mm
Hardness
Not specified
235-280 HB
Can IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 Be Substituted With IS 4367 36Si7?
IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 and IS 4367 36Si7 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 4367 36Si7 is often considered as a substitute for IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 and IS 4367 36Si7?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 be substituted with IS 4367 36Si7?
IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 and IS 4367 36Si7 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 4367 36Si7 is often considered as a substitute for IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.