Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 2507 (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo (IS 1570 (Part 7):1992) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 2507 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo is commonly used for boilers, pressure vessels, steam turbines, steam and water piping and other power plant equipment working at elevated temperature.
ASTM A959 2507 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 2507 vs IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo is a 45% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A959 2507
IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Tensile Strength
Not specified
930-1130 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=785 MPa (0.2 % proof stress)
Elongation
Not specified
>=14%
Condition
Not specified
Bars, forgings, Q+T, thickness up to 150 (first row of Table 3)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 2507
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Boilers, pressure vessels, steam turbines, steam and water piping and other power plant equipment working at elevated temperature
Key Differences
ASTM A959 2507 specifies Cu which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo.
IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo specifies V which is not specified for ASTM A959 2507.
Can ASTM A959 2507 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo?
ASTM A959 2507 and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 2507 and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo?
ASTM A959 2507 specifies Cu which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo. IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo specifies V which is not specified for ASTM A959 2507.
Can ASTM A959 2507 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo?
ASTM A959 2507 and IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo 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.