Question 1

What is 38 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

38 HV = 3.73 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 3.73 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

3.73 HRC = 38 HV.

HV	HRC
32 HV	3.14
34 HV	3.33
36 HV	3.53
38	3.73
40 HV	3.92
42 HV	4.12
44 HV	4.31

38 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)