Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 (EN 10088-1:2014) and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 (DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is typically used for plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is commonly used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is a 53.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Hardness HRC
28–34 (delivered)
Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened)
38–42
Not specified
Corrosion Resistance
Good
Not specified
Hardness (annealed)
Not specified
≤255 HB
Hardness (hardened)
Not specified
58–62 HRC
Compressive Strength
Not specified
2600 MPa
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
Key Differences
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Ni which is not specified for DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379.
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 specifies V, S, P which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 Be Substituted With DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 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 EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Ni which is not specified for DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379. DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 specifies V, S, P which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 be substituted with DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 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.