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ASTM A959 XM-25 vs IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo

Close Alternative — 72.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 XM-25 (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo (IS 6603:2024) 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 IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars. ASTM A959 XM-25 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-25 vs IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo is a 72.3% 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 72.3%.

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 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
72.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
72.3%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 XM-25 IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo
Standard ASTM A959:2011 IS 6603:2024
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.05 <=0.05
Cr (%) 14.0-16.0 12.0-14.0
Cu (%) 1.25-1.75 Not specified
Mn (%) <=1.00 0.50-1.00
Mo (%) 0.50-1.00 0.30-1.00
Ni (%) 5.0-7.0 3.5-4.5
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.015
Si (%) <=1.00 <=0.70
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 IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo
Tensile Strength Not specified <=1100 MPa
Hardness Not specified <=320 HB
Condition Not specified Soft annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, all sizes; hardness as printed
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-25
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 XM-25 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo?
ASTM A959 XM-25 and IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo 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 IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo?
ASTM A959 XM-25 specifies Cu which is not specified for IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo.
Can ASTM A959 XM-25 be substituted with IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo?
ASTM A959 XM-25 and IS 6603 X03Cr13Ni4Mo 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.