Minimal Match — 28.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 (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 X30WCrV9-3 is typically used for hot extrusion dies, hot forging dies for non-ferrous metals, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds.
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 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 X30WCrV9-3 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 43.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 28.8%.
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 X30WCrV9-3
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Hardness HRC (hardened)
38–52
38–44
Hardness HB (annealed)
≤229
Not specified
Hardness HRC
Not specified
28–34 (pre-hardened)
Corrosion Resistance
Not specified
Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3
Hot extrusion dies, hot forging dies for non-ferrous metals
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Key Differences
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 specifies W, V which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316.
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3.
Can EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 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 X30WCrV9-3 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 specifies W, V which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3.
Can EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
EN ISO 4957 X30WCrV9-3 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.