ASTM A276/A276M S31254 vs IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN
Close Alternative — 84.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S31254 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN (IS 6603:2024) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S31254 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars.
ASTM A276/A276M S31254 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S31254 vs IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN is a 93.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 84.8%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A276/A276M S31254
IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN
Tensile Strength
>=650 MPa
650-850 MPa
Yield Strength
>=300 MPa
>=300 MPa
Elongation
>=35%
>=35%
Condition
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal)
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S31254
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Can ASTM A276/A276M S31254 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN?
ASTM A276/A276M S31254 and IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S31254 and IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S31254 be substituted with IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN?
ASTM A276/A276M S31254 and IS 6603 X01Cr20Ni18Mo6CuN 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.