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ASTM A240/A240M S32001 vs EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3

Close Alternative — 73.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S32001 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S32001 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products. ASTM A240/A240M S32001 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S32001 vs EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3 is a 93.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.7%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S32001:
EN 10088-1 1.4845 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4401 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 .-
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
93.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
73.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S32001 EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-3:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Mn (%) 4.00-6.00 4.0-6.0
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.5-21.5 19.5-21.5
Ni (%) 1.00-3.00 1.50-3.50
Mo (%) <=0.60 0.10-0.60
N (%) 0.05-0.17 0.05-0.20
Cu (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
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 S32001 EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3
Tensile Strength >=620 MPa 650-900 MPa
Yield Strength >=450 MPa >=400 MPa
Elongation >=25% >=25%
Hardness <=25 HRC Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Solution annealed (+AT), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S32001
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32001 Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3?
ASTM A240/A240M S32001 and EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3 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 S32001 and EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32001 be substituted with EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3?
ASTM A240/A240M S32001 and EN 10088-3 X2CrMnNiMoN21-5-3 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.