JIS G4404 SKD6 vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344

Minimal Match — 54.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4404 SKD6 (JIS G4404:2006) and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 (DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category. JIS G4404 SKD6 is typically used for die casting dies, hot forging tools, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is commonly used for die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot shear blades, mandrels, pressure die casting tooling. JIS G4404 SKD6 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKD6 vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 is a 82.1% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 54.7%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4404 SKD6:
GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 AISI 52100 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV EN ISO 4957 1.2316 GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V GOST 5950 3H2W8F DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 IS 1570 (Part 6) 103T3 IS 3748 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
82.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
54.7%
Specifications
Property JIS G4404 SKD6 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Standard JIS G4404:2006 DIN EN ISO 4957:2018-11
Category Tool & Die Steels Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.32-0.42 0.37–0.43
Si (%) 0.80-1.20 0.90–1.20
Mn (%) 0.25-0.50 0.30–0.50
Cr (%) 4.50-5.50 4.80–5.50
Mo (%) 1.00-1.50 1.20–1.50
V (%) 0.30-0.50 0.90–1.10
S (%) Not specified ≤0.030
P (%) Not specified ≤0.030
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property JIS G4404 SKD6 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Hardness HRC (hardened) 40-52 Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed) <=229 Not specified
Hardness (annealed) Not specified ≤229 HB
Hardness (hardened) Not specified 44–52 HRC
Tensile Strength Not specified 1200–1600 MPa
Elongation Not specified ≥8%
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKD6
Die casting dies, hot forging tools
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, hot shear blades, mandrels, pressure die casting tooling
Key Differences
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 Be Substituted With DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 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
JIS G4404 SKD6
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 2500–3900 mm (98.43–153.54 in)
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3000–3700 mm (118.11–145.67 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G4404 SKD6
2 active listings and RFQs →
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4404 SKD6 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 specifies S, P which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD6.
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 be substituted with DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 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.