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ASTM A959 XM-2 vs EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2

Close Alternative — 79.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 XM-2 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 (EN 10088-1:2023) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 XM-2 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-2 vs EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 is a 79.3% 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 79.3%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 XM-2:
ASTM A959 16-8-2H EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
79.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
79.3%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 XM-2 EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-1:2023
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
Al (%) 0.60-1.00 Not specified
C (%) <=0.15 <=0.08
Cr (%) 17.0-19.0 17.0-19.0
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
Mo (%) 0.40-0.60 <=0.60
Ni (%) 8.0-10.0 8.0-10.0
P (%) <=0.05 <=0.045
S (%) 0.11-0.16 0.15-0.35
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
N (%) Not specified <=0.10
Cu (%) Not specified 1.40-1.80
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-2
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2
Not documented
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 XM-2 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2?
ASTM A959 XM-2 and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 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-2 and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2?
ASTM A959 XM-2 specifies Al which is not specified for EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2. EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 specifies N, Cu which are not specified for ASTM A959 XM-2.
Can ASTM A959 XM-2 be substituted with EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2?
ASTM A959 XM-2 and EN 10088-1 X6CrNiCuS18-9-2 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.