Close Alternative — 71.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S44535 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 S44535 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products.
ASTM A959 S44535 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S44535 vs EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 is a 71.3% 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 71.3%.
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 S44535
EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21
Tensile Strength
Not specified
420-640 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=240 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness
Not specified
<=200 HB
Condition
Not specified
Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 50 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S44535
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S44535 specifies Al, La, Ti which are not specified for EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21.
EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 specifies N, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 S44535.
Can ASTM A959 S44535 Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21?
ASTM A959 S44535 and EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 S44535 and EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21?
ASTM A959 S44535 specifies Al, La, Ti which are not specified for EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21. EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 specifies N, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 S44535.
Can ASTM A959 S44535 be substituted with EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21?
ASTM A959 S44535 and EN 10088-3 X2CrNbCu21 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.