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DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 (DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11) and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V (GB/T 1299-2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is typically used for die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot shear blades, mandrels, pressure die casting tooling, while GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is commonly used for used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.. DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is a 54.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344:
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS AISI 52100 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 55T8 IS 1570 (Part 6) 50T8 IS 1570 (Part 6) 75T6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 70T6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 60T6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 65T6
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
54.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Standard DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11 GB/T 1299-2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.37–0.43 0.30-0.40
Mn (%) 0.30–0.50 0.20-0.50
Si (%) 0.90–1.20 0.20-0.40
Cr (%) 4.80–5.50 2.20-2.70
Mo (%) 1.20–1.50 Not specified
V (%) 0.90–1.10 0.20-0.50
S (%) ≤0.030 0.030 max
P (%) ≤0.030 0.030 max
W (%) Not specified 7.50-9.00
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 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Hardness (annealed) ≤229 HB Not specified
Hardness (hardened) 44–52 HRC Not specified
Tensile Strength 1200–1600 MPa 1180-1380 MPa
Elongation ≥8% 10-14%
Yield Strength Not specified 980-1180 MPa
Hardness Not specified 48-54 HRC
Typical Applications
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot shear blades, mandrels, pressure die casting tooling
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.
Key Differences
Can DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3700 mm (118.11–145.67 in)
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2800–2900 mm (110.24–114.17 in)
On M-EX Right Now
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
2 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V. GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V specifies W which is not specified for DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344.
Can DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 be substituted with GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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.