Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 (NF A35-574:1990) and GOST 5632 12Kh13 (GOST 5632-2014) 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 GOST 5632 12Kh13 is commonly used for turbine blades, pump shafts, fasteners, cutlery.
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 is defined under Association Francaise de Normalisation (NF) (France).
As per chemical composition, NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 vs GOST 5632 12Kh13 is a 62.9% 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
GOST 5632 12Kh13
Tensile Strength
500-700 MPa
≥540 MPa (annealed)
Yield Strength
190-250 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
40-55%
Not specified
Hardness
140-210 HB
Not specified
Hardness HRC
Not specified
36–45 (hardened)
Typical Applications
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09
Used for food processing equipment, kitchen equipment, chemical tanks, piping, architectural components, and fasteners.
GOST 5632 12Kh13
Turbine blades, pump shafts, fasteners, cutlery
Key Differences
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 5632 12Kh13.
Can NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 Be Substituted With GOST 5632 12Kh13?
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 and GOST 5632 12Kh13 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 GOST 5632 12Kh13?
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 5632 12Kh13.
Can NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 be substituted with GOST 5632 12Kh13?
NF A35-574 Z7CN18-09 and GOST 5632 12Kh13 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.