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%.
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.
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.