Related Material — 61.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D 3753 STS3 (KS D 3753:2023) and GB/T 1299 9CrWMn (GB/T 1299-2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
KS D 3753 STS3 is typically used for used in chisels, punches, dies, shear tools, gauges, and hand tools., while GB/T 1299 9CrWMn is commonly used for used for gauges, reamers, punches, dies, measuring tools, and cold cutting blades..
KS D 3753 STS3 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while GB/T 1299 9CrWMn is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.
As per chemical composition, KS D 3753 STS3 vs GB/T 1299 9CrWMn is a 80.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 23.3%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 61.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
KS D 3753 STS3
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn
Tensile Strength
880-1100 MPa
850-1050 MPa
Yield Strength
700 MPa min
650-850 MPa
Elongation
10% min
8-12%
Hardness
56-60 HRC
58-64 HRC
Typical Applications
KS D 3753 STS3
Used in chisels, punches, dies, shear tools, gauges, and hand tools.
GB/T 1299 9CrWMn
Used for gauges, reamers, punches, dies, measuring tools, and cold cutting blades.
Can KS D 3753 STS3 Be Substituted With GB/T 1299 9CrWMn?
KS D 3753 STS3 and GB/T 1299 9CrWMn 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 KS D 3753 STS3 and GB/T 1299 9CrWMn?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can KS D 3753 STS3 be substituted with GB/T 1299 9CrWMn?
KS D 3753 STS3 and GB/T 1299 9CrWMn 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.