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ASTM A959 420FSe vs EN 10088-3 X12CrS13

Close Alternative — 84.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 420FSe (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-3 X12CrS13 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 420FSe is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-3 X12CrS13 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products. ASTM A959 420FSe is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-3 X12CrS13 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 420FSe vs EN 10088-3 X12CrS13 is a 85.6% 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 84.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 420FSe:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4401 ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
85.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
84.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 420FSe EN 10088-3 X12CrS13
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-3:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.20-0.40 0.06-0.15
Cr (%) 12.0-14.0 12.0-14.0
Mn (%) <=1.25 <=1.50
Mo (%) <=0.50 <=0.60
P (%) <=0.06 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.06 0.15-0.35
Se (%) >=0.15 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 420FSe EN 10088-3 X12CrS13
Tensile Strength Not specified <=730 MPa
Hardness Not specified <=220 HB
Condition Not specified Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, size range not stated; hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 420FSe
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-3 X12CrS13
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 420FSe Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X12CrS13?
ASTM A959 420FSe and EN 10088-3 X12CrS13 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 420FSe and EN 10088-3 X12CrS13?
ASTM A959 420FSe specifies Se which is not specified for EN 10088-3 X12CrS13.
Can ASTM A959 420FSe be substituted with EN 10088-3 X12CrS13?
ASTM A959 420FSe and EN 10088-3 X12CrS13 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.