Close Alternative — 71.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 (EN 10088-3:2014) and EN 10088-1 1.4301 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is commonly used for food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301 is a 81.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 71.2%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Tensile Strength
500-700 MPa
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
>=175 MPa
≥210 MPa
Elongation
>=45%
≥45%
Hardness
<=215 HB
≤215 HB
Condition
Solution annealed (+AT), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware
Key Differences
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 specifies N which is not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4301.
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 and EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 specifies N which is not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4301.
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNi18-9 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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.