EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 vs EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2

Close Alternative — 84.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 (EN 10088-3:2014) and EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 vs EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2 is a 84.7% 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 84.7%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17:
IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
84.7%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2
Standard EN 10088-3:2014 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.05 <=0.04
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.015
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 17.0-18.0
Nb (%) <=1.00 Not specified
Al (%) Not specified 1.70-2.10
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 X3CrNb17 EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2
Tensile Strength 420-620 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=200 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=20% Not specified
Hardness <=200 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 50 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2
Not documented
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2?
EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 and EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2 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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EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17
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EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 and EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2?
EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 specifies Nb which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2. EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2 specifies Al which is not specified for EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17.
Can EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2?
EN 10088-3 X3CrNb17 and EN 10088-1 X3CrAlTi18-2 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.