ASTM A240/A240M N08932 vs EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5
Close Alternative — 70.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5 (EN 10088-2:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5 is commonly used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip.
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M N08932 vs EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5 is a 89.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 70.5%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A240/A240M N08932
EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5
Tensile Strength
>=600 MPa
600-800 MPa
Yield Strength
>=305 MPa
>=290 MPa
Elongation
>=40%
>=40%
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Solution annealed (+AT), hot rolled plate, up to 75 mm thick; Yield Strength is Rp0.2 (transverse), Elongation is A80 for under 3 mm thick
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M N08932
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08932 Be Substituted With EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5?
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 and EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M N08932 and EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08932 be substituted with EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5?
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 and EN 10088-2 X1CrNiMoCuN25-25-5 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.