EN 10088-1 1.4401 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-1 1.4401 (EN 10088-1:2014) and EN 10088-1 1.4301 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. EN 10088-1 1.4401 is typically used for marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment, while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is commonly used for food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware. EN 10088-1 1.4401 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 1.4401 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301 is a 77.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 75%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-1 1.4401:
EN 10088-1 1.4845 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 GOST 5632 12Kh13 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 20Cr12MoNiVH ASTM A959 201L ASTM A959 2205
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
77.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
75%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4301
Standard EN 10088-1:2014 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) ≤0.07 ≤0.07
Si (%) ≤1.00 ≤1.00
Mn (%) ≤2.00 ≤2.00
Cr (%) 16.5–18.5 17.5–19.5
Ni (%) 10.5–13.5 8.0–10.5
Mo (%) 2.0–2.5 Not specified
P (%) Not specified ≤0.045
S (%) Not specified ≤0.030
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4301
Tensile Strength ≥520 MPa ≥520 MPa
Yield Strength ≥210 MPa ≥210 MPa
Elongation ≥40% ≥45%
Hardness ≤215 HB ≤215 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 1.4401
Marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-1 1.4401 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-1 1.4401 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
EN 10088-1 1.4401
Sheet → (4 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–3400 mm (98.43–133.86 in)
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–3300 mm (98.43–129.92 in)
On M-EX Right Now
EN 10088-1 1.4401
4 active listings and RFQs →
EN 10088-1 1.4301
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-1 1.4401 and EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-1 1.4401 specifies Mo which is not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4301. EN 10088-1 1.4301 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4401.
Can EN 10088-1 1.4401 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-1 1.4401 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.