Related Material — 60.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4404 SKD61 (JIS G4404:2006) and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 (GB/T 1299-2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
JIS G4404 SKD61 is typically used for die casting dies, extrusion tooling, forging tools, while GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 is commonly used for die casting dies, forging dies, extrusion tools.
JIS G4404 SKD61 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4404 SKD61 vs GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 is a 90.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 60.2%.
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 SKD61
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Hardness HRC (hardened)
44-54
42–54
Hardness HB (annealed)
<=229
≤235
Typical Applications
JIS G4404 SKD61
Die casting dies, extrusion tooling, forging tools
GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1
Die casting dies, forging dies, extrusion tools
Can JIS G4404 SKD61 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1?
JIS G4404 SKD61 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 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 SKD61 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4404 SKD61 be substituted with GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1?
JIS G4404 SKD61 and GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 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.