Minimal Match — 47.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 (EN 10088-3:2014) and EN 10088-1 1.4006 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is commonly used for cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments.
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 71.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 47.4%.
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 X6Cr17
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength
400-630 MPa
≥540 MPa (annealed)
Yield Strength
>=240 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=20%
≥18%
Hardness
<=200 HB
Not specified
Condition
Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 100 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only
Not specified
Hardness HRC
Not specified
36–45 (hardened)
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
EN 10088-1 1.4006 specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10088-3 X6Cr17.
Can EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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.
What is the difference between EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006. EN 10088-1 1.4006 specifies Ni which is not specified for EN 10088-3 X6Cr17.
Can EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
EN 10088-3 X6Cr17 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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.