Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A681 D4 (ASTM A681:2008) and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 (GB/T 1299-2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
ASTM A681 D4 is typically used for tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2), while GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 is commonly used for precision blanking dies, thread rolling dies, cold forming.
ASTM A681 D4 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A681 D4 vs GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 is a 66.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A681 D4
GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1
Hardness
<=255 HB
Not specified
Condition
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened)
Not specified
58–62
Hardness HB (annealed)
Not specified
≤255
Typical Applications
ASTM A681 D4
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1
Precision blanking dies, thread rolling dies, cold forming
Key Differences
ASTM A681 D4 specifies P, S which are not specified for GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1.
Can ASTM A681 D4 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1?
ASTM A681 D4 and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 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 ASTM A681 D4 and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1?
ASTM A681 D4 specifies P, S which are not specified for GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1.
Can ASTM A681 D4 be substituted with GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1?
ASTM A681 D4 and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 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.