Close Alternative — 80.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N (IS 6603:2024) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars.
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S32101 vs IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N is a 95.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 80.4%.
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 S32101
IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N
Tensile Strength
>=650 MPa
>=650 MPa
Yield Strength
>=450 MPa
>=400 MPa
Elongation
>=30%
>=25%
Hardness
<=290 HB
<=290 HB
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; Tensile Strength is a minimum as printed, hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S32101
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Can ASTM A276/A276M S32101 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N?
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 and IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N 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 S32101 and IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S32101 be substituted with IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N?
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 and IS 6603 X02Cr21Mn5Ni1N 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.