Related Material — 60.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKD6 (JIS G4404:2006) and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV (GB/T 1299-2014) 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 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV is commonly used for die casting dies, extrusion tooling.
JIS G4404 SKD6 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKD6 vs GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV is a 90.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 60.5%.
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
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV
Hardness HRC (hardened)
40-52
40–54
Hardness HB (annealed)
<=229
≤235
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKD6
Die casting dies, hot forging tools
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV
Die casting dies, extrusion tooling
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV 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 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 be substituted with GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV 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.