Close Alternative — 84.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 (EN 10088-3:2014) and IS 6603 X30Cr13 (IS 6603:2024) 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 IS 6603 X30Cr13 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars.
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while IS 6603 X30Cr13 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 vs IS 6603 X30Cr13 is a 85.4% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.9%.
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
IS 6603 X30Cr13
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
Soft annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, all sizes; hardness as printed
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
IS 6603 X30Cr13
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Can EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X30Cr13?
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 and IS 6603 X30Cr13 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.
What is the difference between EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 and IS 6603 X30Cr13?
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 IS 6603 X30Cr13?
EN 10088-3 X46CrS13 and IS 6603 X30Cr13 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.