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ASTM A240/A240M S38815 vs EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5

Related Material — 63.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S38815 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is classified under Stainless Steel, while EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is classified under Tool & Die Steels — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is commonly used for plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium. ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S38815 vs EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is a 63.2% 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 63.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S38815:
GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
63.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
63.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S38815 EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Tool & Die Steels
C (%) <=0.030 ≤0.06
Mn (%) <=2.00 ≤1.50
P (%) <=0.040 Not specified
S (%) <=0.020 Not specified
Si (%) 5.50-6.50 ≤0.70
Cr (%) 13.0-15.0 15.0–17.0
Ni (%) 15.0-17.0 3.50–5.50
Mo (%) 0.75-1.50 0.80–1.50
Cu (%) 0.75-1.50 Not specified
Al (%) <=0.30 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 S38815 EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Tensile Strength >=540 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=255 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=30% Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Hardness HRC Not specified 28–34 (delivered)
Hardness HRC (hardened) Not specified 38–42
Corrosion Resistance Not specified Good
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S38815
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
Plastic injection moulds, die casting dies for zinc/aluminium
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S38815 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5?
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 and EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 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 S38815
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EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5
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Diameter: 80–80 mm (3.15–3.15 in)
Length: 3700–4000 mm (145.67–157.48 in)
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ASTM A240/A240M S38815
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S38815 and EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5?
Different category: ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is Stainless Steel, EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 is Tool & Die Steels. ASTM A240/A240M S38815 specifies P, S, Cu, Al which are not specified for EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S38815 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5?
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 and EN 10088-1 X4CrNiMo16-5 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.