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EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 vs GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1

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

EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 (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 4Cr5MoSiV1 is commonly used for die casting dies, forging dies, extrusion tools. EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 vs GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 is a 59.5% 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 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GOST 5950 4H5MFS GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 3H2W8F 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
59.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 GB/T 1299-2014
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 2.00–2.35 0.32–0.45
Si (%) ≤0.40 0.80–1.20
Mn (%) ≤0.40 0.20–0.50
Cr (%) 11.00–13.00 4.75–5.50
Mo (%) Not specified 1.20–1.75
V (%) Not specified 0.80–1.20
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 4Cr5MoSiV1
Hardness HRC (hardened) 58–64 42–54
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤255 ≤235
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12
Blanking dies, thread rolling dies, gauges
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Die casting dies, forging dies, extrusion tools
Key Differences
Can EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1?
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 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 4Cr5MoSiV1
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2700–4100 mm (106.3–161.42 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12
2 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1?
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 specifies Mo, V which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12.
Can EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 be substituted with GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1?
EN ISO 4957 X210Cr12 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 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.