Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 440FSe (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N (IS 1570 (Part 5):1985) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 440FSe is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 440FSe vs IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N is a 75.9% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.
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 440FSe
IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=515 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=275 MPa (0.2 % proof stress)
Elongation
Not specified
>=20% (50 mm)
Hardness
Not specified
<=217 HB
Condition
Not specified
Annealed, quenched or solution treated plates, sheets and strips (Table 2)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 440FSe
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N
Not documented
Key Differences
ASTM A959 440FSe specifies Se which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N.
IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 440FSe.
Can ASTM A959 440FSe Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N?
ASTM A959 440FSe and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 440FSe and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N?
ASTM A959 440FSe specifies Se which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N. IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 440FSe.
Can ASTM A959 440FSe be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N?
ASTM A959 440FSe and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr25N share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.