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ASTM A959 431 vs EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2

Strong Match — 91.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 431 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 431 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products. ASTM A959 431 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 431 vs EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 is a 91.2% 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 91.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 431:
IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4301
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
91.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
91.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 431 EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-3:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.20 0.12-0.22
Cr (%) 15.0-17.0 15.0-17.0
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.50
Ni (%) 1.25-2.50 1.50-2.50
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
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 431 EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2
Tensile Strength Not specified <=950 MPa
Hardness Not specified <=295 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 431
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Can ASTM A959 431 Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2?
ASTM A959 431 and EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 431 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 431 and EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 431 be substituted with EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2?
ASTM A959 431 and EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that EN 10088-3 X17CrNi16-2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 431 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.