Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V (GB/T 1299-2014) and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV (GB/T 1299-2014) 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 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV is commonly used for die casting dies, extrusion tooling.
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V vs GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV is a 61.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV
Tensile Strength
1180-1380 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
980-1180 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
10-14%
Not specified
Hardness
48-54 HRC
Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened)
Not specified
40–54
Hardness HB (annealed)
Not specified
≤235
Typical Applications
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Used for hot forging dies, extrusion dies, die-casting molds, hot punches, and hot shear blades.
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV
Die casting dies, extrusion tooling
Key Differences
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V specifies W, P, S which are not specified for GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV.
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V.
Can GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV?
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV 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 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV?
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V specifies W, P, S which are not specified for GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV. GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV specifies Mo which is not specified for GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V.
Can GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V be substituted with GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV?
GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV 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.