Close Alternative — 76.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 (EN 10088-1:2014) and IS 6603 X04Cr12 (IS 6603:2024) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while IS 6603 X04Cr12 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 vs IS 6603 X04Cr12 is a 76.6% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 76.6%.
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 X6CrNiTi12
IS 6603 X04Cr12
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=400 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=230 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness
Not specified
<=200 HB
Condition
Not specified
Annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 25 mm; Tensile Strength is a minimum as printed
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12
Not documented
IS 6603 X04Cr12
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Key Differences
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 specifies Ti which is not specified for IS 6603 X04Cr12.
Can EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X04Cr12?
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 and IS 6603 X04Cr12 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 X6CrNiTi12 and IS 6603 X04Cr12?
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 specifies Ti which is not specified for IS 6603 X04Cr12.
Can EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 be substituted with IS 6603 X04Cr12?
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiTi12 and IS 6603 X04Cr12 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.