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ASTM A959 403 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006

Close Alternative — 81.5% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 403 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-1 1.4006 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 403 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is commonly used for cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments. ASTM A959 403 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 403 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 81.5% 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 81.5%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 403:
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4401 ASTM A959 .- IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo EN 10088-1 1.4301
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
81.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
81.5%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 403 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.15 0.08–0.15
Cr (%) 11.5-13.0 11.5–13.5
Mn (%) <=1.00 ≤1.50
P (%) <=0.040 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) <=0.50 ≤1.00
Ni (%) Not specified ≤0.75
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 403 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥540 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC Not specified 36–45 (hardened)
Elongation Not specified ≥18%
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 403
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 403 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 403 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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 403
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EN 10088-1 1.4006
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
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ASTM A959 403
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EN 10088-1 1.4006
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 403 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 403 specifies P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006. EN 10088-1 1.4006 specifies Ni which is not specified for ASTM A959 403.
Can ASTM A959 403 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 403 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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.