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ASTM A959 SS316 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006

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

ASTM A959 SS316 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-1 1.4006 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 SS316 is typically used for marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is commonly used for cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments. ASTM A959 SS316 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 SS316 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 54.6% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 SS316:
EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 EN 10088-1 1.4301 ASTM A959 .- ASTM A959 16-8-2H GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
54.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 SS316 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 0.08–0.15
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 11.5–13.5
Mn (%) <=2.00 ≤1.50
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 Not specified
Ni (%) 10.0-14.0 ≤0.75
P (%) <=0.045 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) <=1.00 ≤1.00
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A959 SS316 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥540 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC Not specified 36–45 (hardened)
Elongation Not specified ≥18%
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 SS316
Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 SS316 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 SS316 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A959 SS316
Sheet → (24 listings)
Thickness: 2–6 mm (0.08–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–4000 mm (98.43–157.48 in)
Plate → (6 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2600–4200 mm (102.36–165.35 in)
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 2500–4200 mm (98.43–165.35 in)
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A959 SS316
33 active listings and RFQs →
EN 10088-1 1.4006
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 SS316 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 SS316 specifies Mo, P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
Can ASTM A959 SS316 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 SS316 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.