Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 (EN 10088-1:2014) and AISI 52100 are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Tool & Die Steels category.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is typically used for plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium, while AISI 52100 is commonly used for anti-friction bearings, ball screws, precision rollers.
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while AISI 52100 is defined under AISI, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs AISI 52100 is a 56.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
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 X4CrNiMo16-5
AISI 52100
Hardness HRC
28–34 (delivered)
60–66 (hardened)
Hardness HRC (hardened)
38–42
Not specified
Corrosion Resistance
Good
Not specified
Tensile Strength
Not specified
≥620 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HB
Not specified
179–229 (annealed)
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for AISI 52100.
AISI 52100 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 Be Substituted With AISI 52100?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and AISI 52100 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 X4CrNiMo16-5 and AISI 52100?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 specifies Mo, Ni which are not specified for AISI 52100. AISI 52100 specifies S, P which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 be substituted with AISI 52100?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and AISI 52100 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.