Related Material — 65% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 (DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11) and EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is classified under Tool & Die Steels, while EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 is classified under Stainless Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below.
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 vs EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 is a 65.3% 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 65%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14
Hardness (annealed)
≤229 HB
Not specified
Hardness (hardened)
44–52 HRC
Not specified
Tensile Strength
1200–1600 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥8%
Not specified
Typical Applications
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot shear blades, mandrels, pressure die casting tooling
EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14
Not documented
Key Differences
Different category: DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is Tool & Die Steels, EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 is Stainless Steel.
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 specifies V which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14.
Can DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 and EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 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 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 and EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14?
Different category: DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is Tool & Die Steels, EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 is Stainless Steel. DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 specifies V which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14.
Can DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 and EN 10088-1 X38CrMo14 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.