Close Alternative — 81.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 5517 37Mn5Si5 (IS 5517:1993) and IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 (IS 4367:1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
IS 5517 37Mn5Si5 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, IS 5517 37Mn5Si5 vs IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 is a 100% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 44.1%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 81.4%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 5517 37Mn5Si5
IS 4367 37Mn5Si5
Tensile Strength
800-950 MPa
780-930 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% proof)
550 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
>=14%
>=14%
Izod Impact
34 J min
Not specified
Hardness (annealed)
<=220 HB
Not specified
Condition
Hardened and tempered, ruling section up to 100 mm
Hardened and tempered
Yield Strength
Not specified
590 MPa min
Hardness (soft annealed)
Not specified
<=217 HB
Can IS 5517 37Mn5Si5 Be Substituted With IS 4367 37Mn5Si5?
IS 5517 37Mn5Si5 and IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 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 5517 37Mn5Si5 and IS 4367 37Mn5Si5?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can IS 5517 37Mn5Si5 be substituted with IS 4367 37Mn5Si5?
IS 5517 37Mn5Si5 and IS 4367 37Mn5Si5 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.