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ASTM A681 P20 vs GOST 5950 4H5MFS1

Related Material — 59.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A681 P20 (ASTM A681:2008) and GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 (GOST 5950-2000) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. ASTM A681 P20 is typically used for tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2), while GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 is commonly used for used for forging dies, pressure casting dies, hot punches, extrusion tooling, and die inserts.. ASTM A681 P20 is defined under ASTM International (United States).

As per chemical composition, ASTM A681 P20 vs GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 is a 59.7% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 59.7%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A681 P20:
GOST 5950 3H2W8F DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 4H5MFS EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
59.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
59.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A681 P20 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1
Standard ASTM A681:2008 GOST 5950-2000
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.28-0.40 0.35-0.45
Mn (%) 0.60-1.00 Not specified
P (%) <=0.030 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) 0.20-0.80 0.8-1.2
Cr (%) 1.40-2.00 4.5-5.5
Mo (%) 0.30-0.55 1.2-1.6
V (%) Not specified 0.3-0.6
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 P20 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1
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
ASTM A681 P20
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
GOST 5950 4H5MFS1
Used for forging dies, pressure casting dies, hot punches, extrusion tooling, and die inserts.
Key Differences
Can ASTM A681 P20 Be Substituted With GOST 5950 4H5MFS1?
ASTM A681 P20 and GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 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
ASTM A681 P20
No active listings currently.
GOST 5950 4H5MFS1
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3100 mm (118.11–122.05 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A681 P20
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GOST 5950 4H5MFS1
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A681 P20 and GOST 5950 4H5MFS1?
ASTM A681 P20 specifies Mn, P, S which are not specified for GOST 5950 4H5MFS1. GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 specifies V which is not specified for ASTM A681 P20.
Can ASTM A681 P20 be substituted with GOST 5950 4H5MFS1?
ASTM A681 P20 and GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 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.