Related Material — 64.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D 3753 STS3 (KS D 3753:2023) and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 (IS 1570 (Part 6):1996) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
KS D 3753 STS3 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, KS D 3753 STS3 vs IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 is a 64.4% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 64.4%.
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
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4
Tensile Strength
880-1100 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
700 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
10% min
Not specified
Hardness
56-60 HRC
Not specified
Typical Applications
KS D 3753 STS3
Used in chisels, punches, dies, shear tools, gauges, and hand tools.
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4
Not documented
Key Differences
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 specifies V which is not specified for KS D 3753 STS3.
Can KS D 3753 STS3 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4?
KS D 3753 STS3 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 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 IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4?
IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 specifies V which is not specified for KS D 3753 STS3.
Can KS D 3753 STS3 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4?
KS D 3753 STS3 and IS 1570 (Part 6) XT33W9Cr3V4 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.