Strong Match — 94.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A681 D2 (ASTM A681:2008) and BS 4659 BD2 (BS 4659:1989) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
ASTM A681 D2 is typically used for blanking dies, punches, drawing dies, forming tools, while BS 4659 BD2 is commonly used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies.
ASTM A681 D2 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 4659 BD2 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A681 D2 vs BS 4659 BD2 is a 91.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 94.2%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
ASTM A681 D2 specifies P, S, Si which are not specified for BS 4659 BD2.
Can ASTM A681 D2 Be Substituted With BS 4659 BD2?
ASTM A681 D2 and BS 4659 BD2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 4659 BD2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A681 D2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A681 D2 and BS 4659 BD2?
ASTM A681 D2 specifies P, S, Si which are not specified for BS 4659 BD2.
Can ASTM A681 D2 be substituted with BS 4659 BD2?
ASTM A681 D2 and BS 4659 BD2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that BS 4659 BD2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A681 D2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.