Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 (NF A35-574:1990) and EN 10088-1 1.4301 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 is typically used for used for food processing equipment, kitchen equipment, chemical tanks, piping, architectural components, and fasteners., while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is commonly used for food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware.
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF), originating from France, while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301 is a 81.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Tensile Strength
500-700 MPa
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
190-250 MPa
≥210 MPa
Elongation
40-55%
≥45%
Hardness
140-210 HB
≤215 HB
Typical Applications
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09
Used for food processing equipment, kitchen equipment, chemical tanks, piping, architectural components, and fasteners.
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware
Can NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4301?
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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 NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 and EN 10088-1 1.4301?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4301?
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 and EN 10088-1 1.4301 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.