Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D 3753 STS3 (KS D 3753:2023) and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 (EN ISO 683-17:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
KS D 3753 STS3 is typically used for used in chisels, punches, dies, shear tools, gauges, and hand tools., while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is commonly used for rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling.
KS D 3753 STS3 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, KS D 3753 STS3 vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is a 70.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
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
KS D 3753 STS3
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Tensile Strength
880-1100 MPa
≥620 MPa (annealed)
Yield Strength
700 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
10% min
Not specified
Hardness
56-60 HRC
Not specified
Hardness HRC
Not specified
60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HB
Not specified
179–217 (annealed)
Typical Applications
KS D 3753 STS3
Used in chisels, punches, dies, shear tools, gauges, and hand tools.
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling
Key Differences
KS D 3753 STS3 specifies W which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6.
Can KS D 3753 STS3 Be Substituted With EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
KS D 3753 STS3 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.
What is the difference between KS D 3753 STS3 and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
KS D 3753 STS3 specifies W which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6.
Can KS D 3753 STS3 be substituted with EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
KS D 3753 STS3 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.