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ASTM A959 316L vs EN 10088-1 1.4401

Close Alternative — 75% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 316L (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-1 1.4401 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 316L is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-1 1.4401 is commonly used for marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment. ASTM A959 316L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4401 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 316L vs EN 10088-1 1.4401 is a 75% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 75%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 316L:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
75%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
75%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 316L EN 10088-1 1.4401
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 ≤0.07
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.5–18.5
Mn (%) <=2.00 ≤2.00
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 2.0–2.5
Ni (%) 10.0-14.0 10.5–13.5
P (%) <=0.045 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) <=1.00 ≤1.00
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 316L EN 10088-1 1.4401
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥520 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified ≥210 MPa
Elongation Not specified ≥40%
Hardness Not specified ≤215 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 316L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-1 1.4401
Marine, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 316L Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4401?
ASTM A959 316L and EN 10088-1 1.4401 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A959 316L
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EN 10088-1 1.4401
Sheet → (4 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–3400 mm (98.43–133.86 in)
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ASTM A959 316L
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EN 10088-1 1.4401
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 316L and EN 10088-1 1.4401?
ASTM A959 316L specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4401.
Can ASTM A959 316L be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4401?
ASTM A959 316L and EN 10088-1 1.4401 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.