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EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 vs ASTM A681 H13

Strong Match — 91.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and ASTM A681 H13 (ASTM A681:2008) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 is typically used for die casting dies, extrusion tooling, forging dies, while ASTM A681 H13 is commonly used for die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot stamping. EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A681 H13 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 vs ASTM A681 H13 is a 86.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 91.2%.

Frequently Compared With EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1:
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 118T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
86.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
91.2%
Specifications
Property EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 ASTM A681 H13
Standard EN ISO 4957:2018 ASTM A681:2008
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.33–0.43 0.32-0.45
Si (%) 0.80–1.20 0.80-1.25
Mn (%) 0.20–0.50 0.20-0.60
Cr (%) 4.75–5.50 4.75-5.50
Mo (%) 1.10–1.60 1.10-1.75
V (%) 0.30–0.60 0.80-1.20
P (%) Not specified <=0.030
S (%) Not specified <=0.030
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 X38CrMoV5-1 ASTM A681 H13
Hardness HRC (hardened) 40–54 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤235 Not specified
Hot Strength Excellent to 600°C Not specified
Hardness Not specified <=235 HB
Condition Not specified Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1
Die casting dies, extrusion tooling, forging dies
ASTM A681 H13
Die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot stamping
Key Differences
Can EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 Be Substituted With ASTM A681 H13?
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 and ASTM A681 H13 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A681 H13 is often considered as a substitute for EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2500–3500 mm (98.43–137.8 in)
ASTM A681 H13
Round Bar → (26 listings)
Diameter: 65–100 mm (2.56–3.94 in)
Length: 2500–6500 mm (98.43–255.91 in)
Flat Bar → (3 listings)
Thickness: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Width: 200–200 mm (7.87–7.87 in)
Length: 700–1600 mm (27.56–62.99 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1
2 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A681 H13
29 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 and ASTM A681 H13?
ASTM A681 H13 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1.
Can EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 be substituted with ASTM A681 H13?
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 and ASTM A681 H13 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A681 H13 is often considered as a substitute for EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.