Question 1

What is 18.5 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

18.5 HV = 1.81 HRC. Use the converter on this page to convert to other hardness units instantly.

Question 2

How do you convert HV to HRC?

Accepted Answer

Formula (approximate): 1 HRC ≈ 10.2 HV · 1 HRB ≈ 1.8 HV · 1 Mohs ≈ 0.1 HV — approximate; real conversions vary by material per ASTM E140. Multiply your HV value by the appropriate factor to get HRC, or use the interactive converter above.

Question 3

What is 1.81 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

1.81 HRC = 18.5 HV.

HV	HRC
15.5 HV	1.52
16.5 HV	1.62
17.5 HV	1.72
18.5	1.81
19.5 HV	1.91
20.5 HV	2.01
21.5 HV	2.11

18.5 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)