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EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 vs EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14

Close Alternative — 80.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 (EN 10088-2:2014) and EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 vs EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14 is a 80.9% 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 80.9%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14:
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH ASTM A959 .- GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
80.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
80.9%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14
Standard EN 10088-2:2014 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.36-0.42 0.48-0.60
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.015
Cr (%) 13.0-14.5 13.0-15.0
Mo (%) 0.60-1.00 0.50-0.80
V (%) Not specified <=0.15
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 X38CrMo14 EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14
Tensile Strength <=760 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=15% Not specified
Hardness <=235 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed (+A), cold rolled strip, up to 4 mm thick Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14
Not documented
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14?
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 and EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 and EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14?
EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14 specifies V which is not specified for EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14.
Can EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14?
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 and EN 10088-1 X55CrMo14 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.