Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-552 42CD4 (NF A35-552:1986) and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 (IS 1570 (Part 4):1988) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Alloy Steel category.
NF A35-552 42CD4 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, NF A35-552 42CD4 vs IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 is a 67.4% 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
NF A35-552 42CD4
IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6
Tensile Strength
900–1100 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥700 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥12%
Not specified
Hardness
263–313 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
NF A35-552 42CD4
Gears, shafts, crankshafts, high tensile fasteners
IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6
Not documented
Key Differences
NF A35-552 42CD4 specifies Mo which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6.
Can NF A35-552 42CD4 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
NF A35-552 42CD4 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 NF A35-552 42CD4 and IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
NF A35-552 42CD4 specifies Mo which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6.
Can NF A35-552 42CD4 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6?
NF A35-552 42CD4 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.