ASTM A240/A240M S35315 vs IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S35315 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11 (IS 11169 (Part 2):2023) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S35315 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11 is commonly used for cold heading and cold extrusion of stainless steel parts; the standard covers wires, wire rods and bars of 0.8 to 50 mm (clause 1.1, table 11). ASTM A240/A240M S35315 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S35315 vs IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11 is a 67.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
67.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S35315 IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 IS 11169 (Part 2):2023
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.04-0.08 <=0.08
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) 1.20-2.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 24.0-26.0 17.0-19.0
Ni (%) 34.0-36.0 10.5-13.0
N (%) 0.12-0.18 <=0.10
Ce (%) 0.03-0.10 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 S35315 IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11
Tensile Strength >=650 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=270 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Hardness <=217 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Reduction of Area, solution annealed (+AT) Not specified >=65% (over 5 to 50 mm)
Tensile Strength, solution annealed (+AT) Not specified <=650 MPa (over 5 to 50 mm)
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S35315
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11
Cold heading and cold extrusion of stainless steel parts; the standard covers wires, wire rods and bars of 0.8 to 50 mm (clause 1.1, Table 11)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S35315 Be Substituted With IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11?
ASTM A240/A240M S35315 and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S35315 and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11?
ASTM A240/A240M S35315 specifies Ce which is not specified for IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S35315 be substituted with IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11?
ASTM A240/A240M S35315 and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr18Ni11 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.