Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 N08020 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 N08020 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 is commonly used for marine, chemical, pharmaceutical equipment.
ASTM A959 N08020 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 N08020 vs EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 is a 72% 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.
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 N08020
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2
Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical equipment
Key Differences
ASTM A959 N08020 specifies Cu which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2.
EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 N08020.
Can ASTM A959 N08020 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2?
ASTM A959 N08020 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 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 N08020 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2?
ASTM A959 N08020 specifies Cu which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2. EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 N08020.
Can ASTM A959 N08020 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2?
ASTM A959 N08020 and EN 10088-1 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 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.