EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 (EN 10088-1:2014) and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) 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 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds. EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 86.3% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5:
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS AISI 52100 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
86.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Standard EN 10088-1:2014 EN ISO 4957:2018
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) ≤0.06 ≤0.06
Si (%) ≤0.70 ≤0.50
Mn (%) ≤1.50 ≤1.00
Cr (%) 15.0–17.0 15.5–17.5
Mo (%) 0.80–1.50 0.80–1.30
Ni (%) 3.50–5.50 0.80–1.50
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 EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Hardness HRC 28–34 (delivered) 28–34 (pre-hardened)
Hardness HRC (hardened) 38–42 38–44
Corrosion Resistance Good Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 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
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3700–4000 mm (145.67–157.48 in)
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2600–2700 mm (102.36–106.3 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
2 active listings and RFQs →
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 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.