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ASTM A959 S20161 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 S20161 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-1 1.4006 (EN 10088-1:2014) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 S20161 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is commonly used for cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments. ASTM A959 S20161 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S20161 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 60.8% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 S20161:
ASTM A959 .- GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH ASTM A959 201 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 202
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
60.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 S20161 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.15 0.08–0.15
Cr (%) 15.0-18.0 11.5–13.5
Mn (%) 4.0-6.0 ≤1.50
N (%) 0.08-0.20 Not specified
Ni (%) 4.0-6.0 ≤0.75
P (%) <=0.045 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) 3.0-4.0 ≤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 S20161 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥540 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC Not specified 36–45 (hardened)
Elongation Not specified ≥18%
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S20161
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 S20161 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 S20161 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A959 S20161
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EN 10088-1 1.4006
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
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ASTM A959 S20161
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EN 10088-1 1.4006
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 S20161 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 S20161 specifies N, P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
Can ASTM A959 S20161 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 S20161 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 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.