Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 (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 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 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 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 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 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301 is a 59.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 25%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Frequently Compared With EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3:
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Tensile Strength
500-700 MPa
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
>=200 MPa
≥210 MPa
Elongation
>=40%
≥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 X2CrNiMo17-12-3
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 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 specifies Mo, N which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4301.
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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.
What is the difference between EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 and EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 specifies Mo, N which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4301.
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4301?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMo17-12-3 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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.