EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 vs DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6

Related Material — 63.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 (EN 10088-3:2014) and DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 (DIN 17210:1986) are both steel grades. EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 is classified under Stainless Steel, while DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 is classified under Alloy Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 is commonly used for heavy duty gears, shafts, cams, axles, case hardened transmission components. EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 is defined under Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN), originating from Germany.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 vs DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 is a 45.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 63.8%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
45.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
63.8%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6
Standard EN 10088-3:2014 DIN 17210:1986
Category Stainless Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.35-0.50 0.15–0.21
Si (%) <=1.00 0.15–0.40
Mn (%) <=1.00 0.50–0.90
P (%) <=0.040 ≤0.035
S (%) <=0.015 ≤0.035
Cr (%) 14.0-16.0 1.50–1.80
Mo (%) 1.00-2.50 0.25–0.35
Ni (%) <=0.50 1.40–1.70
V (%) <=1.50 Not specified
N (%) 0.10-0.30 Not specified
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 X40CrMoVN16-2 DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6
Hardness <=280 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 100 mm; hardness for guidance only Not specified
Tensile Strength Not specified 1000–1200 MPa
Case Hardness HRC Not specified 58–63
Core Hardness HB Not specified 280–340
Elongation Not specified ≥9%
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6
Heavy duty gears, shafts, cams, axles, case hardened transmission components
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 Be Substituted With DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6?
EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 and DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
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DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6
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Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5000–5400 mm (196.85–212.6 in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 and DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6?
Different category: EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 is Stainless Steel, DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 is Alloy Steel. EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 specifies V, N which are not specified for DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6.
Can EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 be substituted with DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6?
EN 10088-3 X40CrMoVN16-2 and DIN 17210 18CrNiMo6 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.