Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn (GB/T 1299-2014) and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 (EN ISO 683-17:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn is typically used for used for gauges, reamers, punches, dies, measuring tools, and cold cutting blades., while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is commonly used for rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling.
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, GB/T 1299 9CrWMn vs EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 is a 67.1% 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 9CrWMn
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Tensile Strength
850-1050 MPa
≥620 MPa (annealed)
Yield Strength
650-850 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
8-12%
Not specified
Hardness
58-64 HRC
Not specified
Hardness HRC
Not specified
60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HB
Not specified
179–217 (annealed)
Typical Applications
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn
Used for gauges, reamers, punches, dies, measuring tools, and cold cutting blades.
EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6
Rolling element bearings, precision components, cold work tooling
Key Differences
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn specifies W which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6.
Can GB/T 1299 9CrWMn Be Substituted With EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 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 9CrWMn and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn specifies W which is not specified for EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6.
Can GB/T 1299 9CrWMn be substituted with EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6?
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn and EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 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.