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ASTM A240/A240M S31703 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006

Minimal Match — 34.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S31703 (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 S31703 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 S31703 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 S31703 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 51.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 34.6%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S31703:
EN 10088-1 1.4845 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
51.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
34.6%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S31703 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 0.08–0.15
Mn (%) <=2.00 ≤1.50
P (%) <=0.045 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) <=0.75 ≤1.00
Cr (%) 18.0-20.0 11.5–13.5
Ni (%) 11.0-15.0 ≤0.75
Mo (%) 3.0-4.0 Not specified
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 S31703 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa ≥540 MPa (annealed)
Yield Strength >=205 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% ≥18%
Hardness <=217 HB Not specified
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 S31703
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 S31703 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A240/A240M S31703 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 S31703
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 S31703
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 S31703 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A240/A240M S31703 specifies P, S, Mo, N which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31703 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A240/A240M S31703 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.