Strong Match — 98.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10083-1 C30E (EN 10083-1:1996) and EN 10083-1 3C30 (EN 10083-1:1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
EN 10083-1 C30E is typically used for quenched and tempered machine parts; also used normalized (clause 1.1, table 10), while EN 10083-1 3C30 is commonly used for quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1).
EN 10083-1 C30E is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10083-1 3C30 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10083-1 C30E vs EN 10083-1 3C30 is a 98.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 98.8%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10083-1 C30E
EN 10083-1 3C30
Condition
Quenched and tempered, ruling section d <= 16 mm
Quenched and tempered, ruling section d <= 16 mm
Elongation
18% min
18% min
Tensile Strength
600 to 750 MPa
600 to 750 MPa
Yield Strength
400 MPa min
400 MPa min
Typical Applications
EN 10083-1 C30E
Quenched and tempered machine parts; also used normalized (clause 1.1, Table 10)
EN 10083-1 3C30
Quenched and tempered machine parts; non alloy steels also normalized (clause 1)
Can EN 10083-1 C30E Be Substituted With EN 10083-1 3C30?
EN 10083-1 C30E and EN 10083-1 3C30 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10083-1 3C30 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10083-1 C30E in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between EN 10083-1 C30E and EN 10083-1 3C30?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10083-1 C30E be substituted with EN 10083-1 3C30?
EN 10083-1 C30E and EN 10083-1 3C30 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10083-1 3C30 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10083-1 C30E in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.