Strong Match — 94.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 (EN 10088-3:2014) and EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products.
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 vs EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 is a 92.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 94.9%.
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 X46CrS13
EN 10088-3 X46Cr13
Tensile Strength
<=800 MPa
<=800 MPa
Hardness
<=245 HB
<=245 HB
Condition
Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 63 mm; hardness for guidance only
Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, size range not stated; hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
EN 10088-3 X46Cr13
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Can EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X46Cr13?
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 and EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 and EN 10088-3 X46Cr13?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 be substituted with EN 10088-3 X46Cr13?
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 and EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-3 X46Cr13 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.