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EN ISO 4957 1.2316 vs AISI 52100

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

EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and AISI 52100 are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is typically used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds, while AISI 52100 is commonly used for anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while AISI 52100 is defined under AISI, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 1.2316 vs AISI 52100 is a 56.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With EN ISO 4957 1.2316:
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 55T8 IS 1570 (Part 6) 75T6 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 50T8 IS 1570 (Part 6) 65T6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 70T6 IS 1570 (Part 6) 70T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
56.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 1.2316 AISI 52100
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 AISI
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) ≤0.06 0.93–1.05
Si (%) ≤0.50 0.15–0.35
Mn (%) ≤1.00 0.25–0.45
Cr (%) 15.5–17.5 1.35–1.60
Mo (%) 0.80–1.30 Not specified
Ni (%) 0.80–1.50 Not specified
S (%) Not specified ≤0.025
P (%) Not specified ≤0.025
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN ISO 4957 1.2316 AISI 52100
Hardness HRC 28–34 (pre-hardened) 60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HRC (hardened) 38–44 Not specified
Corrosion Resistance Good in humid/corrosive environments Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥620 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HB Not specified 179–229 (annealed)
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
AISI 52100
Anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers
Key Differences
Can EN ISO 4957 1.2316 Be Substituted With AISI 52100?
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 and AISI 52100 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 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)
AISI 52100
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3200 mm (118.11–125.98 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
2 active listings and RFQs →
AISI 52100
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 1.2316 and AISI 52100?
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for AISI 52100. AISI 52100 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316.
Can EN ISO 4957 1.2316 be substituted with AISI 52100?
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 and AISI 52100 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.