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ASTM A240/A240M S38100 vs EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10

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

ASTM A240/A240M S38100 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S38100 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 is commonly used for food, chemical, architectural applications. ASTM A240/A240M S38100 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S38100 vs EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 is a 76.6% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S38100:
GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4845 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 ASTM A959 .-
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S38100 EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.07
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.015
Si (%) 1.50-2.50 <=1.00
Cr (%) 17.0-19.0 17.5-19.5
Ni (%) 17.5-18.5 8.0-10.5
N (%) Not specified <=0.10
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 S38100 EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=205 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
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S38100
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10
Food, chemical, architectural applications
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S38100 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10?
ASTM A240/A240M S38100 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 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 S38100
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EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–3900 mm (98.43–153.54 in)
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ASTM A240/A240M S38100
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EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S38100 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10?
EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S38100.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S38100 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10?
ASTM A240/A240M S38100 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNi18-10 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.