Question 1

What is 388.5 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

388.5 HV = 38.09 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 38.09 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

38.09 HRC = 388.5 HV.

HV	HRC
373.5 HV	36.62
378.5 HV	37.11
383.5 HV	37.6
388.5	38.09
393.5 HV	38.58
398.5 HV	39.07
403.5 HV	39.56

388.5 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)