Question 1

What is 389.5 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

389.5 HV = 38.19 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 38.19 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

38.19 HRC = 389.5 HV.

HV	HRC
374.5 HV	36.72
379.5 HV	37.21
384.5 HV	37.7
389.5	38.19
394.5 HV	38.68
399.5 HV	39.17
404.5 HV	39.66

389.5 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)