Minimal Match — 43.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
AISI D2 KNL (ASTM A681) and GOST 5950 4H5MFS (GOST 5950-2000) 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 GOST 5950 4H5MFS is commonly used for used for die casting dies, forging tools, extrusion dies, punches, and hot shear blades..
AISI D2 KNL is defined under AISI (United States).
As per chemical composition, AISI D2 KNL vs GOST 5950 4H5MFS is a 64.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 43.2%.
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
GOST 5950 4H5MFS
Hardness (annealed)
≤255 HB
Not specified
Hardness (hardened)
58–62 HRC
Not specified
Compressive Strength
2600 MPa
Not specified
Tensile Strength
Not specified
1350-1650 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
1150 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
9% min
Hardness
Not specified
44-50 HRC
Typical Applications
AISI D2 KNL
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
GOST 5950 4H5MFS
Used for die casting dies, forging tools, extrusion dies, punches, and hot shear blades.
Key Differences
AISI D2 KNL specifies Mn, S, P which are not specified for GOST 5950 4H5MFS.
Can AISI D2 KNL Be Substituted With GOST 5950 4H5MFS?
AISI D2 KNL and GOST 5950 4H5MFS 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.
What is the difference between AISI D2 KNL and GOST 5950 4H5MFS?
AISI D2 KNL specifies Mn, S, P which are not specified for GOST 5950 4H5MFS.
Can AISI D2 KNL be substituted with GOST 5950 4H5MFS?
AISI D2 KNL and GOST 5950 4H5MFS 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.