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ASTM A240/A240M S31060 vs IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S31060 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13 (IS 11169 (Part 2):2023) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S31060 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13 is commonly used for cold heading and cold extrusion of stainless steel parts; the standard covers wires, wire rods and bars of 0.8 to 100 mm (clause 1.1, table 14). ASTM A240/A240M S31060 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S31060 vs IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13 is a 61.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S31060:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
61.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S31060 IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 IS 11169 (Part 2):2023
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.05-0.10 0.08-0.15
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.50
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.50 <=1.00
Cr (%) 22.0-24.0 11.5-13.5
Ni (%) 10.0-12.5 <=0.75
N (%) 0.18-0.25 Not specified
B (%) 0.001-0.010 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 S31060 IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13
Tensile Strength >=600 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=280 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Hardness <=217 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Reduction of Area, soft annealed (+A) Not specified >=60% (over 5 to 100 mm)
Tensile Strength, soft annealed (+A) Not specified <=600 MPa (over 5 to 100 mm)
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S31060
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13
Cold heading and cold extrusion of stainless steel parts; the standard covers wires, wire rods and bars of 0.8 to 100 mm (clause 1.1, Table 14)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31060 Be Substituted With IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13?
ASTM A240/A240M S31060 and IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S31060 and IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13?
ASTM A240/A240M S31060 specifies N, B which are not specified for IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31060 be substituted with IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13?
ASTM A240/A240M S31060 and IS 11169 (Part 2) X12Cr13 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.