Question 1

What is 38.5 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

38.5 HV = 3.77 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 3.77 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

3.77 HRC = 38.5 HV.

HV	HRC
32.5 HV	3.19
34.5 HV	3.38
36.5 HV	3.58
38.5	3.77
40.5 HV	3.97
42.5 HV	4.17
44.5 HV	4.36

38.5 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)