Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 (BS 970 (Part 1):1991) and EN 10088-1 1.4301 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 is typically used for austenitic stainless and heat resisting steel (section five), while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is commonly used for food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware.
BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom, while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301 is a 80.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Condition
Softened, 1000-1100 deg C
Not specified
Tensile Strength
490 MPa min
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
195 MPa min (0.2% proof)
≥210 MPa
Elongation
40 % min
≥45%
Hardness
183 HB max
≤215 HB
Typical Applications
BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31
Austenitic stainless and heat resisting steel (section five)
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4301?
BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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 BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 and EN 10088-1 1.4301?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4301?
BS 970 (Part 1) 304S31 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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.