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ASTM A240/A240M S30600 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006

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

ASTM A240/A240M S30600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-1 1.4006 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S30600 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is commonly used for cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments. ASTM A240/A240M S30600 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 A240/A240M S30600 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 51.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S30600:
EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
51.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
50%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S30600 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.018 0.08–0.15
Mn (%) <=2.00 ≤1.50
P (%) <=0.020 Not specified
S (%) <=0.020 Not specified
Si (%) 3.7-4.3 ≤1.00
Cr (%) 17.0-18.5 11.5–13.5
Ni (%) 14.0-15.5 ≤0.75
Mo (%) <=0.20 Not specified
Cu (%) <=0.50 Not specified
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 S30600 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength >=540 MPa ≥540 MPa (annealed)
Yield Strength >=240 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% ≥18%
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Hardness HRC Not specified 36–45 (hardened)
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S30600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30600 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A240/A240M S30600 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 A240/A240M S30600
No active listings currently.
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 A240/A240M S30600
0 active listings and RFQs →
EN 10088-1 1.4006
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S30600 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A240/A240M S30600 specifies P, S, Mo, Cu which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30600 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A240/A240M S30600 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.