Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 is typically used for blanking dies, thread rolling dies, gauges, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds.
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 67.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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 X210Cr12
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Hardness HRC (hardened)
58–64
38–44
Hardness HB (annealed)
≤255
Not specified
Hardness HRC
Not specified
28–34 (pre-hardened)
Corrosion Resistance
Not specified
Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12
Blanking dies, thread rolling dies, gauges
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Key Differences
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12.
Can EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 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 ISO 4957 X210Cr12 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12.
Can EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 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.