SAE 30304 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

SAE 30304 (SAE J405) and EN 10088-1 1.4301 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. SAE 30304 is typically used for used for chemical equipment, food processing machinery, architectural panels, fasteners, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers., while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is commonly used for food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware. SAE 30304 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4301 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, SAE 30304 vs EN 10088-1 1.4301 is a 81.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With SAE 30304:
EN 10088-1 1.4845 EN 10088-1 1.4006 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4401 GOST 5632 12Kh13 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH ASTM A959 .- IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
81.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property SAE 30304 EN 10088-1 1.4301
Standard SAE J405 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.08 max ≤0.07
Mn (%) 2.00 max ≤2.00
Si (%) 0.75 max ≤1.00
Cr (%) 18.00-20.00 17.5–19.5
Ni (%) 8.00-10.50 8.0–10.5
P (%) 0.045 max ≤0.045
S (%) 0.030 max ≤0.030
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property SAE 30304 EN 10088-1 1.4301
Tensile Strength 515-690 MPa ≥520 MPa
Yield Strength 205 MPa min ≥210 MPa
Elongation 40% min ≥45%
Hardness 201 HB max ≤215 HB
Typical Applications
SAE 30304
Used for chemical equipment, food processing machinery, architectural panels, fasteners, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers.
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural, kitchenware
Can SAE 30304 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4301?
SAE 30304 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
SAE 30304
Sheet → (2 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–3000 mm (98.43–118.11 in)
EN 10088-1 1.4301
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–3300 mm (98.43–129.92 in)
On M-EX Right Now
SAE 30304
2 active listings and RFQs →
EN 10088-1 1.4301
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SAE 30304 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 SAE 30304 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4301?
SAE 30304 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.