Minimal Match — 41.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 (EN ISO 4957:2018) and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 (DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11) 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 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is commonly used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies.
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is a 62.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 41.9%.
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
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Hardness HRC (hardened)
40–54
Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed)
≤235
Not specified
Hot Strength
Excellent to 600°C
Not specified
Hardness (annealed)
Not specified
≤255 HB
Hardness (hardened)
Not specified
58–62 HRC
Compressive Strength
Not specified
2600 MPa
Typical Applications
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1
Die casting dies, extrusion tooling, forging dies
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
Key Differences
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1.
Can EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 Be Substituted With DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 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 X38CrMoV5-1 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1.
Can EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 be substituted with DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
EN ISO 4957 X38CrMoV5-1 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 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.