Strong Match — 97.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 (UNI 6900:1971) and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 (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 X5CrNi18-10 is commonly used for food, chemical, architectural applications.
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 is defined under Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione (UNI), originating from Italy, while EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 vs EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 is a 97.2% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 97.2%.
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 X5CrNi18-10
Tensile Strength
520-720 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
210 MPa min
Not specified
Elongation
45% min
Not specified
Hardness
187 HB max
Not specified
Typical Applications
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810
Used in kitchen equipment, chemical tanks, piping, architectural panels, food processing equipment, and fasteners.
EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10
Food, chemical, architectural applications
Key Differences
EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 specifies N which is not specified for UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810.
Can UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10?
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 is often considered as a substitute for UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10?
EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 specifies N which is not specified for UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810.
Can UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10?
UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 is often considered as a substitute for UNI 6900 X5CrNi1810 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.