Related Material — 56.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 (EN 10088-1:2023) and EN 10083-2 C55E (EN 10083-2:2006) are both steel grades.
EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 is classified under Stainless Steel, while EN 10083-2 C55E is classified under Carbon Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below.
EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10083-2 C55E is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 vs EN 10083-2 C55E is a 56.5% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 56.5%.
Frequently Compared With EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2:
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 X53CrSiMoVN16-2
EN 10083-2 C55E
Condition
Not specified
Quenched and tempered (+QT), ruling section d <= 16 mm
Elongation
Not specified
12% min
Hardness
Not specified
Soft annealed (+A): 229 HBW max
Tensile Strength
Not specified
800 to 950 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
550 MPa min
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2
Not documented
EN 10083-2 C55E
Quenched and tempered, flame or induction hardened machine parts; can also be used normalized (clause 1)
Key Differences
Different category: EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 is Stainless Steel, EN 10083-2 C55E is Carbon Steel.
EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 specifies V, N which are not specified for EN 10083-2 C55E.
EN 10083-2 C55E specifies Cr+Mo+Ni which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2.
Can EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 Be Substituted With EN 10083-2 C55E?
EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 and EN 10083-2 C55E 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.
What is the difference between EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 and EN 10083-2 C55E?
Different category: EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 is Stainless Steel, EN 10083-2 C55E is Carbon Steel. EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 specifies V, N which are not specified for EN 10083-2 C55E. EN 10083-2 C55E specifies Cr+Mo+Ni which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2.
Can EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 be substituted with EN 10083-2 C55E?
EN 10088-1 X53CrSiMoVN16-2 and EN 10083-2 C55E 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.