Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 (UNI 6900:1971) and EN 10088-1 1.4006 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 is typically used for used in kitchen equipment, chemical tanks, piping, architectural panels, food processing equipment, and fasteners., while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is commonly used for cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments.
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 62.1% 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
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength
520-720 MPa
≥540 MPa (annealed)
Yield Strength
210 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
45% min
≥18%
Hardness
187 HB max
Not specified
Hardness HRC
Not specified
36–45 (hardened)
Typical Applications
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810
Used in kitchen equipment, chemical tanks, piping, architectural panels, food processing equipment, and fasteners.
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
Can UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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 UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
Can UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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.