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EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 vs AISI 52100

Minimal Match — 45.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and AISI 52100 are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 is typically used for taps, drills, reamers, gauges, punches, while AISI 52100 is commonly used for anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers. EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 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 90MnCrV8 vs AISI 52100 is a 68.4% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 45.6%.

Frequently Compared With EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8:
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GOST 5950 4H5MFS IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 IS 3748 103T3 IS 3748 118T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
68.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
45.6%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 AISI 52100
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 AISI
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.85–0.95 0.93–1.05
Mn (%) 1.80–2.20 0.25–0.45
Cr (%) 0.20–0.50 1.35–1.60
V (%) 0.05–0.15 Not specified
Si (%) ≤0.30 0.15–0.35
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 90MnCrV8 AISI 52100
Hardness HRC (hardened) 60–64 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤217 Not specified
Wear Resistance Good Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥620 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC Not specified 60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HB Not specified 179–229 (annealed)
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8
Taps, drills, reamers, gauges, punches
AISI 52100
Anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers
Key Differences
Can EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 Be Substituted With AISI 52100?
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 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 90MnCrV8
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3100–3600 mm (122.05–141.73 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 90MnCrV8
3 active listings and RFQs →
AISI 52100
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 and AISI 52100?
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 specifies V which is not specified for AISI 52100. AISI 52100 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8.
Can EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 be substituted with AISI 52100?
EN ISO 4957 90MnCrV8 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.