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ASTM A240/A240M S31600 vs EN 10088-1 1.4401

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

ASTM A240/A240M S31600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-1 1.4401 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S31600 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while EN 10088-1 1.4401 is commonly used for marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment. ASTM A240/A240M S31600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4401 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S31600 vs EN 10088-1 1.4401 is a 72.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 25%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S31600:
EN 10088-1 1.4845 ASTM A959 .- GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
72.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
25%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S31600 EN 10088-1 1.4401
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 ≤0.07
Mn (%) <=2.00 ≤2.00
P (%) <=0.045 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) <=0.75 ≤1.00
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.5–18.5
Ni (%) 10.0-14.0 10.5–13.5
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 2.0–2.5
N (%) <=0.10 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 S31600 EN 10088-1 1.4401
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa ≥520 MPa
Yield Strength >=205 MPa ≥210 MPa
Elongation >=40% ≥40%
Hardness <=217 HB ≤215 HB
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S31600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-1 1.4401
Marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31600 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4401?
ASTM A240/A240M S31600 and EN 10088-1 1.4401 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 S31600
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EN 10088-1 1.4401
Sheet → (4 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–3400 mm (98.43–133.86 in)
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ASTM A240/A240M S31600
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EN 10088-1 1.4401
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S31600 and EN 10088-1 1.4401?
ASTM A240/A240M S31600 specifies P, S, N which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4401.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31600 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4401?
ASTM A240/A240M S31600 and EN 10088-1 1.4401 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.