Close Alternative — 83.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 (EN 10088-2:2014) and EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 is typically used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip, while EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products.
EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 vs EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21 is a 91.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 83.3%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24
EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21
Tensile Strength
430-630 MPa
430-630 MPa
Condition
Annealed (+A), cold rolled strip, up to 8 mm thick; Elongation is A80 (under 3 mm) or A (3 mm and over), longitudinal and transverse
Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 8 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only
Yield Strength
>=230 MPa
>=250 MPa
Elongation
>=18%
>=18%
Hardness
Not specified
<=200 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Can EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21?
EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 and EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21 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 10088-2 X2CrTi24 and EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 be substituted with EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21?
EN 10088-2 X2CrTi24 and EN 10088-3 X2CrTi21 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.