ASTM A959 630 vs IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2

Close Alternative — 80.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 630 (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2 (IS 1570 (Part 5):1985) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 630 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 630 vs IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2 is a 80.2% 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 80.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 630:
GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 EN 10088-1 1.4845 ASTM A959 .- IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
80.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
80.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 630 IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2
Standard ASTM A959:2011 IS 1570 (Part 5):1985
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.07 0.10-0.20
Cb (%) 0.15-0.45 Not specified
Cr (%) 15.0-17.0 15.0-17.0
Cu (%) 3.0-5.0 Not specified
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.0
Ni (%) 3.0-5.0 1.25-2.50
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.0
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 630 IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2
Hardness Not specified <=285 HB
Condition Not specified Annealed, quenched or solution treated plates, sheets and strips (Table 2)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 630
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2
Not documented
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 630 Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2?
ASTM A959 630 and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2 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 630 and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2?
ASTM A959 630 specifies Cb, Cu which are not specified for IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2.
Can ASTM A959 630 be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2?
ASTM A959 630 and IS 1570 (Part 5) X15Cr16Ni2 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.