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EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V

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

EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 (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 X210Cr12 is typically used for blanking 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 X210Cr12 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 X210Cr12 vs GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is a 57.3% 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 X210Cr12:
GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
57.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 GB/T 1299-2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 2.00–2.35 0.30-0.40
Si (%) ≤0.40 0.20-0.40
Mn (%) ≤0.40 0.20-0.50
Cr (%) 11.00–13.00 2.20-2.70
W (%) Not specified 7.50-9.00
V (%) Not specified 0.20-0.50
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 X210Cr12 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Hardness HRC (hardened) 58–64 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤255 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 X210Cr12
Blanking 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 X210Cr12 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 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 X210Cr12
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3700 mm (118.11–145.67 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 X210Cr12
2 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 and GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V specifies W, V, P, S which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12.
Can EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 be substituted with GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V?
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 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.