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ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) vs IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S

Close Alternative — 82.5% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S (IS 6603:2024) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars. ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) vs IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S is a 82.5% 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 82.5%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310):
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 ASTM A959 .- EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
82.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
82.5%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S
Standard ASTM A959:2011 IS 6603:2024
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.15 <=0.12
Cr (%) 17.0-19.0 17.0-19.0
Mn (%) 2.5-4.5 <=2.00
Ni (%) 7.0-9.0 8.0-10.0
P (%) <=0.20 <=0.060
S (%) >=0.25 >=0.15
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
N (%) Not specified <=0.10
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 XM-15 (S30310) IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S
Tensile Strength Not specified 500-700 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=190 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=35%
Condition Not specified Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310)
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) Be Substituted With IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S?
ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) and IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S 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 XM-15 (S30310) and IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S?
IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310).
Can ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) be substituted with IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S?
ASTM A959 XM-15 (S30310) and IS 6603 X10Cr18Ni9S 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.