Strong Match — 90.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S32202 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N (IS 6603:2024) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S32202 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars.
ASTM A240/A240M S32202 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S32202 vs IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N is a 97.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 75%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 90.1%.
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 S32202
IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N
Tensile Strength
>=650 MPa
>=650 MPa
Yield Strength
>=450 MPa
>=380 MPa
Elongation
>=30%
>=30%
Hardness
<=290 HB
<=290 HB
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Tensile Strength is a minimum as printed, hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S32202
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32202 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N?
ASTM A240/A240M S32202 and IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S32202 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S32202 and IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32202 be substituted with IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N?
ASTM A240/A240M S32202 and IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6603 X02Cr22Ni2N is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S32202 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.