ASTM A240/A240M S42035 vs EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2

Close Alternative — 76.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S42035 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2 (EN 10088-2:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S42035 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2 is commonly used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip. ASTM A240/A240M S42035 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S42035 vs EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2 is a 98.3% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 76.6%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S42035:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
98.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
33.3%
OVERALL
76.6%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S42035 EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 EN 10088-2:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.015
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 13.5-15.5 13.5-15.5
Ni (%) 1.0-2.5 1.00-2.50
Mo (%) 0.2-1.2 0.20-1.20
Ti (%) 0.30-0.50 0.30-0.50
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 S42035 EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2
Tensile Strength >=550 MPa 550-750 MPa
Yield Strength >=380 MPa >=400 MPa
Elongation >=16% >=16%
Hardness <=180 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Annealed (+A), cold rolled strip, up to 8 mm thick; Elongation is A80 (under 3 mm) or A (3 mm and over), longitudinal and transverse
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S42035
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
Can ASTM A240/A240M S42035 Be Substituted With EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2?
ASTM A240/A240M S42035 and EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2 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 S42035 and EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S42035 be substituted with EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2?
ASTM A240/A240M S42035 and EN 10088-2 X5CrNiMoTi15-2 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.