Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
SAE 30304 (SAE J405) and GOST 5632 08X18H10 (GOST 5632-2014) 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 GOST 5632 08X18H10 is commonly used for chemical equipment, food processing, general corrosion resistant applications.
SAE 30304 is defined under SAE International (United States).
As per chemical composition, SAE 30304 vs GOST 5632 08X18H10 is a 75.2% 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
GOST 5632 08X18H10
Tensile Strength
515-690 MPa
≥520 MPa
Yield Strength
205 MPa min
≥205 MPa
Elongation
40% min
≥40%
Hardness
201 HB max
Not specified
Typical Applications
SAE 30304
Used for chemical equipment, food processing machinery, architectural panels, fasteners, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers.
GOST 5632 08X18H10
Chemical equipment, food processing, general corrosion resistant applications
Can SAE 30304 Be Substituted With GOST 5632 08X18H10?
SAE 30304 and GOST 5632 08X18H10 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 GOST 5632 08X18H10?
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 GOST 5632 08X18H10?
SAE 30304 and GOST 5632 08X18H10 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.