Minimal Match — 42.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKD6 (JIS G4404:2006) and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 (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 1.2379 is commonly used for blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies.
JIS G4404 SKD6 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKD6 vs DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 is a 63.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 42.2%.
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 1.2379
Hardness HRC (hardened)
40-52
Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed)
<=229
Not specified
Hardness (annealed)
Not specified
≤255 HB
Hardness (hardened)
Not specified
58–62 HRC
Compressive Strength
Not specified
2600 MPa
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKD6
Die casting dies, hot forging tools
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379
Blanking dies, forming dies, thread rolling dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, broaches, drawing dies
Key Differences
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 specifies S, P which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD6.
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 Be Substituted With DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 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 JIS G4404 SKD6 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 specifies S, P which are not specified for JIS G4404 SKD6.
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 be substituted with DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 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.