Close Alternative — 76.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-1 1.4401 (EN 10088-1:2014) and JIS G4303 SUS316 (JIS G4303:2021) 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 JIS G4303 SUS316 is commonly used for marine applications, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment.
EN 10088-1 1.4401 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while JIS G4303 SUS316 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 1.4401 vs JIS G4303 SUS316 is a 90.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 76.9%.
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
JIS G4303 SUS316
Tensile Strength
≥520 MPa
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
≥210 MPa
≥205 MPa
Elongation
≥40%
≥40%
Hardness
≤215 HB
≤187 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 1.4401
Marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
JIS G4303 SUS316
Marine applications, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
Can EN 10088-1 1.4401 Be Substituted With JIS G4303 SUS316?
EN 10088-1 1.4401 and JIS G4303 SUS316 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 EN 10088-1 1.4401 and JIS G4303 SUS316?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10088-1 1.4401 be substituted with JIS G4303 SUS316?
EN 10088-1 1.4401 and JIS G4303 SUS316 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.