ASTM A240/A240M S32950 vs EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2

Close Alternative — 73.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S32950 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2 (EN 10088-1:2023) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S32950 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S32950 vs EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2 is a 73.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 73.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S32950:
GOST 5632 08X18H10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
73.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S32950 EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-1:2023
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.05
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.010 <=0.015
Si (%) <=0.60 <=1.00
Cr (%) 26.0-29.0 25.0-28.0
Ni (%) 3.5-5.2 4.5-6.5
Mo (%) 1.00-2.50 1.30-2.00
N (%) 0.15-0.35 0.05-0.20
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 S32950 EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2
Tensile Strength >=690 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=485 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=15% Not specified
Hardness <=293 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S32950
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2
Not documented
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32950 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2?
ASTM A240/A240M S32950 and EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2 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 S32950 and EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32950 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2?
ASTM A240/A240M S32950 and EN 10088-1 X3CrNiMoN27-5-2 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.