Question 1

What is 6 HV in HRC?

Accepted Answer

6 HV = 0.59 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 0.59 HRC in HV?

Accepted Answer

0.59 HRC = 6 HV.

HV	HRC
3 HV	0.29
4 HV	0.39
5 HV	0.49
6	0.59
7 HV	0.69
8 HV	0.78
9 HV	0.88

6 HV to HRC

Formula (approximate)