Related Material — 56.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKD6 (JIS G4404:2006) and GOST 5950 4H5MFS (GOST 5950-2000) 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 GOST 5950 4H5MFS is commonly used for used for die casting dies, forging tools, extrusion dies, punches, and hot shear blades..
JIS G4404 SKD6 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) (Japan).
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKD6 vs GOST 5950 4H5MFS is a 85% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 56.7%.
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
GOST 5950 4H5MFS
Hardness HRC (hardened)
40-52
Not specified
Hardness HB (annealed)
<=229
Not specified
Tensile Strength
Not specified
1350-1650 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
1150 MPa min
Elongation
Not specified
9% min
Hardness
Not specified
44-50 HRC
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKD6
Die casting dies, hot forging tools
GOST 5950 4H5MFS
Used for die casting dies, forging tools, extrusion dies, punches, and hot shear blades.
Key Differences
JIS G4404 SKD6 specifies Mn which is not specified for GOST 5950 4H5MFS.
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 Be Substituted With GOST 5950 4H5MFS?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and GOST 5950 4H5MFS 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 GOST 5950 4H5MFS?
JIS G4404 SKD6 specifies Mn which is not specified for GOST 5950 4H5MFS.
Can JIS G4404 SKD6 be substituted with GOST 5950 4H5MFS?
JIS G4404 SKD6 and GOST 5950 4H5MFS 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.