Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
SAE 30304 (SAE J405) and EN 10088-1 1.4845 (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 1.4845 is commonly used for furnace parts, heat exchangers, kiln components.
SAE 30304 is defined under SAE International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4845 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, SAE 30304 vs EN 10088-1 1.4845 is a 68.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%.
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
SAE 30304
EN 10088-1 1.4845
Tensile Strength
515-690 MPa
≥515 MPa
Yield Strength
205 MPa min
≥205 MPa
Elongation
40% min
≥40%
Hardness
201 HB max
Not specified
Max Service Temp
Not specified
1100°C continuous
Typical Applications
SAE 30304
Used for chemical equipment, food processing machinery, architectural panels, fasteners, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers.
EN 10088-1 1.4845
Furnace parts, heat exchangers, kiln components
Key Differences
SAE 30304 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4845.
Can SAE 30304 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4845?
SAE 30304 and EN 10088-1 1.4845 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 SAE 30304 and EN 10088-1 1.4845?
SAE 30304 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4845.
Can SAE 30304 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4845?
SAE 30304 and EN 10088-1 1.4845 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.