Question 1

What is 42 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

42 HV = 4.12 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 4.12 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

4.12 HRC = 42 HV.

HV	HRC
36 HV	3.53
38 HV	3.73
40 HV	3.92
42	4.12
44 HV	4.31
46 HV	4.51
48 HV	4.71

42 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)