Strong Match — 98.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10084 C16E (EN 10084:2008) and EN 10084 C16R (EN 10084:2008) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Carbon Steel category.
EN 10084 C16E is typically used for case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1), while EN 10084 C16R is commonly used for case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1).
EN 10084 C16E is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10084 C16R is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10084 C16E vs EN 10084 C16R 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 10084 C16E
EN 10084 C16R
Condition
Soft annealed
Soft annealed
Hardness
Soft annealed: 156 HB max
Soft annealed: 156 HB max
Typical Applications
EN 10084 C16E
Case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1)
EN 10084 C16R
Case hardened machine parts: carburized or carbonitrided, then hardened (clause 3.1)
Can EN 10084 C16E Be Substituted With EN 10084 C16R?
EN 10084 C16E and EN 10084 C16R overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10084 C16R is often considered as a substitute for EN 10084 C16E 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 10084 C16E and EN 10084 C16R?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10084 C16E be substituted with EN 10084 C16R?
EN 10084 C16E and EN 10084 C16R overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10084 C16R is often considered as a substitute for EN 10084 C16E in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.