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GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344

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

GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V (GB/T 1299-2014) and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 (DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is typically used for used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades., while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is commonly used for die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot shear blades, mandrels, pressure die casting tooling. GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is a 54.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V:
GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 AISI 52100 GOST 5950 4H5MFS IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 IS 3748 103T3 IS 3748 50T8 IS 3748 70T3 IS 3748 80T3 IS 3748 55T8 IS 3748 133T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
54.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Standard GB/T 1299-2014 DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.30-0.40 0.37–0.43
Si (%) 0.20-0.40 0.90–1.20
Mn (%) 0.20-0.50 0.30–0.50
Cr (%) 2.20-2.70 4.80–5.50
W (%) 7.50-9.00 Not specified
V (%) 0.20-0.50 0.90–1.10
P (%) 0.030 max ≤0.030
S (%) 0.030 max ≤0.030
Mo (%) Not specified 1.20–1.50
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Tensile Strength 1180-1380 MPa 1200–1600 MPa
Yield Strength 980-1180 MPa Not specified
Elongation 10-14% ≥8%
Hardness 48-54 HRC Not specified
Hardness (annealed) Not specified ≤229 HB
Hardness (hardened) Not specified 44–52 HRC
Typical Applications
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot shear blades, mandrels, pressure die casting tooling
Key Differences
Can GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V Be Substituted With DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344?
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 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
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)
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3700 mm (118.11–145.67 in)
On M-EX Right Now
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
2 active listings and RFQs →
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344?
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V specifies W which is not specified for DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344. DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V.
Can GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V be substituted with DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344?
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 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.