GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316

Minimal Match — 34.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 (GB/T 1299-2014) and EN ISO 4957 1.2316 (EN ISO 4957:2018) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 is typically used for die casting dies, forging dies, extrusion tools, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds. GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 52.2% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 34.8%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1:
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GOST 5950 4H5MFS DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 AISI 52100 IS 1570 (Part 6) 70T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 55T8 IS 1570 (Part 6) 133T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 50T8
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
52.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
34.8%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Standard GB/T 1299-2014 EN ISO 4957:2018
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.32–0.45 ≤0.06
Si (%) 0.80–1.20 ≤0.50
Mn (%) 0.20–0.50 ≤1.00
Cr (%) 4.75–5.50 15.5–17.5
Mo (%) 1.20–1.75 0.80–1.30
V (%) 0.80–1.20 Not specified
Ni (%) Not specified 0.80–1.50
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 4Cr5MoSiV1 EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Hardness HRC (hardened) 42–54 38–44
Hardness HB (annealed) ≤235 Not specified
Hardness HRC Not specified 28–34 (pre-hardened)
Corrosion Resistance Not specified Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Die casting dies, forging dies, extrusion tools
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Key Differences
Can GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2700–4100 mm (106.3–161.42 in)
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2600–2700 mm (102.36–106.3 in)
On M-EX Right Now
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
2 active listings and RFQs →
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 specifies V which is not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Ni which is not specified for GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1.
Can GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 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.