Strong Match — 93% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 (EN 10088-2:2014) and EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 (EN 10088-2:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 is typically used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip, while EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 is commonly used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip.
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 vs EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 is a 89.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 93%.
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 X3CrNb17
EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17
Tensile Strength
420-600 MPa
420-600 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), cold rolled strip, up to 8 mm thick; Elongation is A80 (under 3 mm) or A (3 mm and over), longitudinal and transverse
Yield Strength
>=230 MPa
>=230 MPa
Elongation
>=23%
>=23%
Typical Applications
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
Key Differences
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 specifies Nb which is not specified for EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17.
EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 specifies Ti which is not specified for EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17.
Can EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 Be Substituted With EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17?
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 and EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 and EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17?
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 specifies Nb which is not specified for EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17. EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 specifies Ti which is not specified for EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17.
Can EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 be substituted with EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17?
EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 and EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-2 X3CrTi17 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10088-2 X3CrNb17 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.