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GOST 5950 H12 vs GOST 5950 H12F1

Close Alternative — 81.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GOST 5950 H12 (GOST 5950-2000) and GOST 5950 H12F1 (GOST 5950-2000) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. GOST 5950 H12 is typically used for used for cold dies, punches, shear blades, rolls, and forming tools., while GOST 5950 H12F1 is commonly used for used for blanking dies, punches, forming dies, cutters, and rolling tools..

As per chemical composition, GOST 5950 H12 vs GOST 5950 H12F1 is a 94.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 55%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 81.4%.

Frequently Compared With GOST 5950 H12:
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 AISI 52100 IS 3748 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
94.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
55%
OVERALL
81.4%
Specifications
Property GOST 5950 H12 GOST 5950 H12F1
Standard GOST 5950-2000 GOST 5950-2000
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 1.9-2.2 1.9-2.2
Cr (%) 11-13 11-13
Mn (%) 0.2-0.6 0.2-0.6
Si (%) 0.2-0.6 0.2-0.6
V (%) Not specified 0.7-1.0
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GOST 5950 H12 GOST 5950 H12F1
Tensile Strength 1000-1200 MPa 1050-1250 MPa
Yield Strength 800 MPa min 850 MPa min
Elongation 5% min 5% min
Hardness 60-64 HRC 61-65 HRC
Typical Applications
GOST 5950 H12
Used for cold dies, punches, shear blades, rolls, and forming tools.
GOST 5950 H12F1
Used for blanking dies, punches, forming dies, cutters, and rolling tools.
Key Differences
Can GOST 5950 H12 Be Substituted With GOST 5950 H12F1?
GOST 5950 H12 and GOST 5950 H12F1 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
GOST 5950 H12
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3600–4000 mm (141.73–157.48 in)
GOST 5950 H12F1
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3600–4200 mm (141.73–165.35 in)
On M-EX Right Now
GOST 5950 H12
2 active listings and RFQs →
GOST 5950 H12F1
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GOST 5950 H12 and GOST 5950 H12F1?
GOST 5950 H12F1 specifies V which is not specified for GOST 5950 H12.
Can GOST 5950 H12 be substituted with GOST 5950 H12F1?
GOST 5950 H12 and GOST 5950 H12F1 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.