Minimal Match — 33.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 (EN 10088-3:2014) and EN 10088-1 1.4401 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while EN 10088-1 1.4401 is commonly used for marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-1 1.4401 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 vs EN 10088-1 1.4401 is a 49.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 33.2%.
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 X2CrNiN23-4
EN 10088-1 1.4401
Tensile Strength
600-830 MPa
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
>=400 MPa
≥210 MPa
Elongation
>=25%
≥40%
Hardness
<=260 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 X2CrNiN23-4
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
EN 10088-1 1.4401
Marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
Key Differences
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 specifies P, S, N, Cu which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4401.
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4401?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 and EN 10088-1 1.4401 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 X2CrNiN23-4 and EN 10088-1 1.4401?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 specifies P, S, N, Cu which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4401.
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4401?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiN23-4 and EN 10088-1 1.4401 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.