EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V

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

EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V (GB/T 1299-2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 is typically used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, gauges, while GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is commonly used for used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.. EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is a 54.6% 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 X155CrVMo12-1:
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GOST 5950 4H5MFS GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 AISI 52100 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Other Tool & Die Steels Grades to Compare With EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1:
IS 3748 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
54.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 GB/T 1299-2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.55–1.65 0.30-0.40
Mn (%) 0.20–0.50 0.20-0.50
Cr (%) 11.50–12.50 2.20-2.70
Mo (%) 0.60–0.80 Not specified
V (%) 0.70–1.00 0.20-0.50
Si (%) ≤0.40 0.20-0.40
W (%) Not specified 7.50-9.00
P (%) Not specified 0.030 max
S (%) Not specified 0.030 max
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 X155CrVMo12-1 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Hardness HRC (hardened) 58–62 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤255 Not specified
Wear Resistance Excellent Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified 1180-1380 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified 980-1180 MPa
Elongation Not specified 10-14%
Hardness Not specified 48-54 HRC
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, gauges
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.
Key Differences
Can EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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 X155CrVMo12-1
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2500–3200 mm (98.43–125.98 in)
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2800–2900 mm (110.24–114.17 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1
3 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V. GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V specifies W, P, S which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1.
Can EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 be substituted with GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
EN ISO 4957 X155CrVMo12-1 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V 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.