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ASTM A959 S32506 vs IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN

Close Alternative — 76.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 S32506 (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN (IS 6603:2024) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 S32506 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars. ASTM A959 S32506 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S32506 vs IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN is a 76.7% 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 76.7%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 S32506:
ASTM A959 2507 ASTM A959 2205 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
76.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 S32506 IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN
Standard ASTM A959:2011 IS 6603:2024
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 24.0-26.0 24.0-26.0
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mo (%) 3.0-3.5 3.0-4.0
N (%) 0.08-0.20 0.20-0.30
Ni (%) 5.5-7.2 6.0-8.0
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.015
Si (%) <=0.90 <=1.00
W (%) 0.05-0.30 0.50-1.00
Cu (%) Not specified 0.50-1.00
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 S32506 IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN
Tensile Strength Not specified >=730 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=530 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=25%
Hardness Not specified <=290 HB
Condition Not specified Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Tensile Strength is a minimum as printed, hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S32506
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 S32506 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN?
ASTM A959 S32506 and IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN 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 S32506 and IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN?
IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 S32506.
Can ASTM A959 S32506 be substituted with IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN?
ASTM A959 S32506 and IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni7Mo4CuWN 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.