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ASTM A959 XM-25 vs ASTM A276/A276M S41500

Close Alternative — 76.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 XM-25 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M S41500 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 XM-25 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A276/A276M S41500 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished). ASTM A959 XM-25 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S41500 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-25 vs ASTM A276/A276M S41500 is a 76.1% 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 76.1%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 XM-25:
ASTM A959 .- EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
76.1%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 XM-25 ASTM A276/A276M S41500
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A276/A276M:2017
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.05 <=0.05
Cr (%) 14.0-16.0 11.5-14.0
Cu (%) 1.25-1.75 Not specified
Mn (%) <=1.00 0.50-1.00
Mo (%) 0.50-1.00 0.50-1.00
Ni (%) 5.0-7.0 3.5-5.5
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=0.60
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-25 ASTM A276/A276M S41500
Tensile Strength Not specified >=795 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=620 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=15%
Hardness Not specified <=295 HB
Condition Not specified Condition T (Hardened and tempered, higher temperature), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-25
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M S41500
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 XM-25 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S41500?
ASTM A959 XM-25 and ASTM A276/A276M S41500 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-25 and ASTM A276/A276M S41500?
ASTM A959 XM-25 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S41500.
Can ASTM A959 XM-25 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S41500?
ASTM A959 XM-25 and ASTM A276/A276M S41500 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.