Close Alternative — 84.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AISI D2 KNL (ASTM A681) and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 (DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
AISI D2 KNL is typically used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is commonly used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies.
AISI D2 KNL is defined under AISI, originating from United States, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, AISI D2 KNL vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is a 76.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.3%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
AISI D2 KNL
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Hardness (annealed)
≤255 HB
≤255 HB
Hardness (hardened)
58–62 HRC
58–62 HRC
Compressive Strength
2600 MPa
2600 MPa
Typical Applications
AISI D2 KNL
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
Can AISI D2 KNL Be Substituted With DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
AISI D2 KNL and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between AISI D2 KNL and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can AISI D2 KNL be substituted with DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
AISI D2 KNL and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.