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AISI 52100 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

AISI 52100 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. AISI 52100 is typically used for anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds. AISI 52100 is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, AISI 52100 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 56.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With AISI 52100:
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GOST 5950 4H5MFS GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV IS 3748 118T3
Other Tool & Die Steels Grades to Compare With AISI 52100:
IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
56.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property AISI 52100 EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Standard AISI EN ISO 4957:2018
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.93–1.05 ≤0.06
Si (%) 0.15–0.35 ≤0.50
Mn (%) 0.25–0.45 ≤1.00
Cr (%) 1.35–1.60 15.5–17.5
S (%) ≤0.025 Not specified
P (%) ≤0.025 Not specified
Mo (%) Not specified 0.80–1.30
Ni (%) Not specified 0.80–1.50
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property AISI 52100 EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Tensile Strength ≥620 MPa (annealed) Not specified
Hardness HRC 60–66 (hardened) 28–34 (pre-hardened)
Hardness HB 179–229 (annealed) Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened) Not specified 38–44
Corrosion Resistance Not specified Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
AISI 52100
Anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Key Differences
Can AISI 52100 Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
AISI 52100 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
AISI 52100
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3200 mm (118.11–125.98 in)
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2600–2700 mm (102.36–106.3 in)
On M-EX Right Now
AISI 52100
3 active listings and RFQs →
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AISI 52100 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
AISI 52100 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for AISI 52100.
Can AISI 52100 be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
AISI 52100 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.