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BS 4659 BD2 vs GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1

Close Alternative — 84.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

BS 4659 BD2 (BS 4659:1989) and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 (GB/T 1299-2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. BS 4659 BD2 is typically used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, while GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 is commonly used for precision blanking dies, thread rolling dies, cold forming. BS 4659 BD2 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, BS 4659 BD2 vs GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 is a 77% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.7%.

Frequently Compared With BS 4659 BD2:
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 AISI 52100 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GOST 5950 3H2W8F IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
77%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
84.7%
Specifications
Property BS 4659 BD2 GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1
Standard BS 4659:1989 GB/T 1299-2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.40–1.60 1.45–1.70
Mn (%) 0.20–0.60 ≤0.40
Cr (%) 11.00–13.00 11.00–13.00
Mo (%) 0.70–1.20 0.40–0.60
V (%) 0.50–1.10 0.15–0.30
Si (%) Not specified ≤0.40
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property BS 4659 BD2 GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1
Hardness HRC (hardened) 58–62 58–62
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤255 ≤255
Typical Applications
BS 4659 BD2
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies
GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1
Precision blanking dies, thread rolling dies, cold forming
Key Differences
Can BS 4659 BD2 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1?
BS 4659 BD2 and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
BS 4659 BD2
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2700–3000 mm (106.3–118.11 in)
GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3100–3200 mm (122.05–125.98 in)
On M-EX Right Now
BS 4659 BD2
2 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BS 4659 BD2 and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1?
GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 specifies Si which is not specified for BS 4659 BD2.
Can BS 4659 BD2 be substituted with GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1?
BS 4659 BD2 and GB/T 1299 Cr12Mo1V1 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.