Strong Match — 91.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 416Se (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A959 XM-6 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 416Se is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A959 XM-6 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A959 416Se is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 XM-6 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 416Se vs ASTM A959 XM-6 is a 91.7% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 91.7%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 416Se
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A959 XM-6
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 416Se specifies Se which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-6.
Can ASTM A959 416Se Be Substituted With ASTM A959 XM-6?
ASTM A959 416Se and ASTM A959 XM-6 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 XM-6 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 416Se in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 416Se and ASTM A959 XM-6?
ASTM A959 416Se specifies Se which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-6.
Can ASTM A959 416Se be substituted with ASTM A959 XM-6?
ASTM A959 416Se and ASTM A959 XM-6 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 XM-6 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 416Se in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.