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EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs ASTM A276/A276M S31603

Related Material — 64.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 (EN 10088-1:2014) and ASTM A276/A276M S31603 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades. EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is classified under Tool & Die Steels, while ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is classified under Stainless Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is typically used for plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium, while ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished). EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 vs ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is a 64.3% 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 64.3%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5:
EN ISO 4957 1.2316 DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2344 EN ISO 683-17 100Cr6 GOST 5950 4H5MFS1 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2379 GB/T 1299 4Cr5MoSiV1 GOST 5950 4H5MFS AISI 52100 GOST 5950 3H2W8F GB/T 1299 3Cr2W8V IS 3748 103T3
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
64.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
64.3%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 ASTM A276/A276M S31603
Standard EN 10088-1:2014 ASTM A276/A276M:2017
Category Tool & Die Steels Stainless Steel
C (%) ≤0.06 <=0.030
Si (%) ≤0.70 <=1.00
Mn (%) ≤1.50 <=2.00
Cr (%) 15.0–17.0 16.0-18.0
Mo (%) 0.80–1.50 2.00-3.00
Ni (%) 3.50–5.50 10.0-14.0
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 X4CrNiMo16-5 ASTM A276/A276M S31603
Hardness HRC 28–34 (delivered) Not specified
Hardness HRC (hardened) 38–42 Not specified
Corrosion Resistance Good Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified >=485 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=170 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=40%
Condition Not specified Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium
ASTM A276/A276M S31603
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S31603?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and ASTM A276/A276M S31603 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 X4CrNiMo16-5
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3700–4000 mm (145.67–157.48 in)
ASTM A276/A276M S31603
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and ASTM A276/A276M S31603?
Different category: EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is Tool & Die Steels, ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is Stainless Steel. ASTM A276/A276M S31603 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S31603?
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 and ASTM A276/A276M S31603 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.