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ASTM A959 XM-25 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 XM-25 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-1 1.4006 (EN 10088-1:2014) 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 EN 10088-1 1.4006 is commonly used for cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments. ASTM A959 XM-25 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-1 1.4006 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-25 vs EN 10088-1 1.4006 is a 51.7% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 XM-25:
EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH ASTM A959 255
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
51.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 XM-25 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Standard ASTM A959:2011 EN 10088-1:2014
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.05 0.08–0.15
Cr (%) 14.0-16.0 11.5–13.5
Cu (%) 1.25-1.75 Not specified
Mn (%) <=1.00 ≤1.50
Mo (%) 0.50-1.00 Not specified
Ni (%) 5.0-7.0 ≤0.75
P (%) <=0.040 Not specified
S (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Si (%) <=1.00 ≤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 XM-25 EN 10088-1 1.4006
Tensile Strength Not specified ≥540 MPa (annealed)
Hardness HRC Not specified 36–45 (hardened)
Elongation Not specified ≥18%
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-25
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Cutlery, turbine blades, fasteners, surgical instruments
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 XM-25 Be Substituted With EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 XM-25 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A959 XM-25
No active listings currently.
EN 10088-1 1.4006
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2700–3400 mm (106.3–133.86 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A959 XM-25
0 active listings and RFQs →
EN 10088-1 1.4006
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 XM-25 and EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 XM-25 specifies Cu, Mo, P, S which are not specified for EN 10088-1 1.4006.
Can ASTM A959 XM-25 be substituted with EN 10088-1 1.4006?
ASTM A959 XM-25 and EN 10088-1 1.4006 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.