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AISI D2 KNL vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316

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

AISI D2 KNL (ASTM A681) and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) 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 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds. AISI D2 KNL 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 D2 KNL vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 73% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With AISI D2 KNL:
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS GOST 5950 3H2W8F GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 AISI 52100 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 3748 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property AISI D2 KNL EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Standard ASTM A681 EN ISO 4957:2018
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.40–1.60 ≤0.06
Mn (%) ≤0.60 ≤1.00
Si (%) ≤0.40 ≤0.50
Cr (%) 11.00–13.00 15.5–17.5
Mo (%) 0.70–1.20 0.80–1.30
V (%) ≤1.00 Not specified
S (%) ≤0.030 Not specified
P (%) ≤0.030 Not specified
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 D2 KNL EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Hardness (annealed) ≤255 HB Not specified
Hardness (hardened) 58–62 HRC Not specified
Compressive Strength 2600 MPa Not specified
Hardness HRC Not specified 28–34 (pre-hardened)
Hardness HRC (hardened) Not specified 38–44
Corrosion Resistance Not specified Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
AISI D2 KNL
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Key Differences
Can AISI D2 KNL Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
AISI D2 KNL 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 D2 KNL
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2500–3600 mm (98.43–141.73 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 D2 KNL
2 active listings and RFQs →
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AISI D2 KNL and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
AISI D2 KNL specifies V, S, P which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Ni which is not specified for AISI D2 KNL.
Can AISI D2 KNL be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
AISI D2 KNL 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.