ASTM A240/A240M S30530 vs EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2

Close Alternative — 71% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S30530 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S30530 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S30530 vs EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 is a 71% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 71%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S30530:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
71%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S30530 EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 0.15-0.35
Si (%) 0.50-2.50 <=1.00
Cr (%) 17.0-20.5 17.0-19.0
Ni (%) 8.5-11.5 8.0-10.0
Mo (%) 0.75-1.50 <=0.60
Cu (%) 0.75-3.50 1.40-1.80
N (%) Not specified <=0.10
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 S30530 EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=205 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Hardness <=201 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S30530
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2
Not documented
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30530 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2?
ASTM A240/A240M S30530 and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S30530 and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2?
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30530.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30530 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2?
ASTM A240/A240M S30530 and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 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.