Minimal Match — 32.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 (EN 10088-1:2014) and GOST 5950 3H2W8F (GOST 5950-2000) 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 GOST 5950 3H2W8F is commonly used for used for forging dies, extrusion tools, hot punches, mandrels, and die inserts..
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is defined under European Standard (EN) (Europe).
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs GOST 5950 3H2W8F is a 48.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 32.4%.
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
GOST 5950 3H2W8F
Hardness HRC
28–34 (delivered)
Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened)
38–42
Not specified
Corrosion Resistance
Good
Not specified
Tensile Strength
Not specified
1400-1700 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
1200 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
8% min
Hardness
Not specified
45-50 HRC
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium
GOST 5950 3H2W8F
Used for forging dies, extrusion tools, hot punches, mandrels, and die inserts.
Key Differences
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Mn, Mo, Ni which are not specified for GOST 5950 3H2W8F.
GOST 5950 3H2W8F specifies W, V which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 Be Substituted With GOST 5950 3H2W8F?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and GOST 5950 3H2W8F 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 GOST 5950 3H2W8F?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Mn, Mo, Ni which are not specified for GOST 5950 3H2W8F. GOST 5950 3H2W8F specifies W, V which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 be substituted with GOST 5950 3H2W8F?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and GOST 5950 3H2W8F 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.