Close Alternative — 82.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 (EN 10088-3:2014) and EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14 (EN 10088-2:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14 is commonly used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip.
EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 vs EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14 is a 98.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 82.4%.
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 X55CrMo14
EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14
Tensile Strength
<=950 MPa
<=850 MPa
Hardness
<=280 HB
<=280 HB
Condition
Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 100 mm; hardness for guidance only
Annealed (+A), cold rolled strip, up to 8 mm thick
Elongation
Not specified
>=12%
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
Can EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 Be Substituted With EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14?
EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 and EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14 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 X55CrMo14 and EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 be substituted with EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14?
EN 10088-3 X55CrMo14 and EN 10088-2 X55CrMo14 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.