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EN ISO 4957 1.2316 vs ASTM A276/A276M S31603

Related Material — 65% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and ASTM A276/A276M S31603 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is classified under Tool & Die Steels, while ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is classified under Stainless Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is typically used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds, while ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished). EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 1.2316 vs ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is a 66.4% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
66.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 1.2316 ASTM A276/A276M S31603
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 ASTM A276/A276M:2017
Category Tool & Die Steels Stainless Steel
C (%) ≤0.06 <=0.030
Si (%) ≤0.50 <=1.00
Mn (%) ≤1.00 <=2.00
Cr (%) 15.5–17.5 16.0-18.0
Mo (%) 0.80–1.30 2.00-3.00
Ni (%) 0.80–1.50 10.0-14.0
P (%) Not specified <=0.045
S (%) Not specified <=0.030
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 ASTM A276/A276M S31603
Hardness HRC 28–34 (pre-hardened) Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened) 38–44 Not specified
Corrosion Resistance Good in humid/corrosive environments Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified >=485 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=170 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=40%
Condition Not specified Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
ASTM A276/A276M S31603
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
Can EN ISO 4957 1.2316 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S31603?
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 and ASTM A276/A276M S31603 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
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Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2600–2700 mm (102.36–106.3 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 1.2316 and ASTM A276/A276M S31603?
Different category: EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is Tool & Die Steels, ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is Stainless Steel. ASTM A276/A276M S31603 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316.
Can EN ISO 4957 1.2316 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S31603?
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 and ASTM A276/A276M S31603 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.