Close Alternative — 78.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S32304 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S32304 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products.
ASTM A276/A276M S32304 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S32304 vs EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 is a 93.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 78.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A276/A276M S32304
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4
Tensile Strength
>=600 MPa
600-830 MPa
Yield Strength
>=400 MPa
>=400 MPa
Elongation
>=25%
>=25%
Hardness
<=290 HB
<=260 HB
Condition
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Solution annealed (+AT), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S32304
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Can ASTM A276/A276M S32304 Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4?
ASTM A276/A276M S32304 and EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S32304 and EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S32304 be substituted with EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4?
ASTM A276/A276M S32304 and EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.