Question 1

What is 39.5 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

39.5 HV = 3.87 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 3.87 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

3.87 HRC = 39.5 HV.

HV	HRC
33.5 HV	3.28
35.5 HV	3.48
37.5 HV	3.68
39.5	3.87
41.5 HV	4.07
43.5 HV	4.26
45.5 HV	4.46

39.5 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)