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GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV vs BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39

Related Material — 65% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV (GB/T 1299-2014) and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades. GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV is classified under Tool & Die Steels, while BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV is typically used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies, while BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is commonly used for through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of table 6.. GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV vs BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is a 65.8% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV:
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 AISI 52100 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV GOST 5950 4H5MFS GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 3H2W8F IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
65.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39
Standard GB/T 1299-2014 BS 970 (Part 1):1983
Category Tool & Die Steels Alloy Steel
C (%) 1.45–1.70 0.35-0.43
Mn (%) ≤0.40 0.45-0.70
Si (%) ≤0.40 Not specified
Cr (%) 11.00–13.00 3.00-3.50
Mo (%) 0.40–0.60 0.80-1.10
V (%) 0.15–0.30 0.15-0.25
S (%) ≤0.030 <=0.025
P (%) ≤0.030 <=0.025
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 Cr12MoV BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39
Hardness (annealed) ≤255 HB Not specified
Hardness (hardened) 57–62 HRC Not specified
Compressive Strength 2400 MPa Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
Key Differences
Can GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39?
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 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 Cr12MoV
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3100–3400 mm (122.05–133.86 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39?
Different category: GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV is Tool & Die Steels, BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 is Alloy Steel. GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV specifies Si which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39.
Can GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39?
GB/T 1299 Cr12MoV and BS 970 (Part 1) 897M39 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.