Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 5517 46V1S3 (IS 5517:1993) and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
IS 5517 46V1S3 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, IS 5517 46V1S3 vs IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 is a 64.6% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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 46V1S3
IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6
Hardness (annealed)
<=220 HB
Not specified
Key Differences
IS 5517 46V1S3 specifies V, S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6.
IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 specifies Cr which is not specified for IS 5517 46V1S3.
Can IS 5517 46V1S3 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
IS 5517 46V1S3 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 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.
What is the difference between IS 5517 46V1S3 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
IS 5517 46V1S3 specifies V, S, P which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6. IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 specifies Cr which is not specified for IS 5517 46V1S3.
Can IS 5517 46V1S3 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
IS 5517 46V1S3 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 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.