GB/T 1299 CrWMn vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316

Minimal Match — 31% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 1299 CrWMn (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 CrWMn is typically used for used for dies, thread rolling tools, punches, gauges, woodworking cutters, and measuring instruments., while EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds. GB/T 1299 CrWMn 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 CrWMn vs EN ISO 4957 1.2316 is a 46.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 31%.

Frequently Compared With GB/T 1299 CrWMn:
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GOST 5950 4H5MFS DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 AISI 52100 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V
Other Tool & Die Steels Grades to Compare With GB/T 1299 CrWMn:
IS 3748 103T3 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
46.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
31%
Specifications
Property GB/T 1299 CrWMn EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Standard GB/T 1299-2014 EN ISO 4957:2018
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.90-1.05 ≤0.06
Si (%) 0.15-0.35 ≤0.50
Mn (%) 0.80-1.10 ≤1.00
Cr (%) 0.50-0.80 15.5–17.5
W (%) 0.50-0.80 Not specified
P (%) 0.030 max Not specified
S (%) 0.030 max Not specified
Mo (%) Not specified 0.80–1.30
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 CrWMn EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Tensile Strength 900-1100 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 700-900 MPa Not specified
Elongation 8-12% Not specified
Hardness 60-64 HRC Not specified
Hardness HRC Not specified 28–34 (pre-hardened)
Hardness HRC (hardened) Not specified 38–44
Corrosion Resistance Not specified Good in humid/corrosive environments
Typical Applications
GB/T 1299 CrWMn
Used for dies, thread rolling tools, punches, gauges, woodworking cutters, and measuring instruments.
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
Plastic injection moulds for corrosive materials, food packaging moulds
Key Differences
Can GB/T 1299 CrWMn Be Substituted With EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
GB/T 1299 CrWMn 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 CrWMn
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3500–4000 mm (137.8–157.48 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 CrWMn
2 active listings and RFQs →
EN ISO 4957 1.2316
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 1299 CrWMn and EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
GB/T 1299 CrWMn specifies W, P, S which are not specified for EN ISO 4957 1.2316. EN ISO 4957 1.2316 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for GB/T 1299 CrWMn.
Can GB/T 1299 CrWMn be substituted with EN ISO 4957 1.2316?
GB/T 1299 CrWMn 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.