Close Alternative — 84.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 XM-6 (ASTM A959:2011) and EN 10088-3 X6Cr13 (EN 10088-3:2014) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 XM-6 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while EN 10088-3 X6Cr13 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products.
ASTM A959 XM-6 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10088-3 X6Cr13 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-6 vs EN 10088-3 X6Cr13 is a 86.9% 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 84.9%.
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-6
EN 10088-3 X6Cr13
Tensile Strength
Not specified
400-630 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=230 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness
Not specified
<=200 HB
Condition
Not specified
Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 25 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-6
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
EN 10088-3 X6Cr13
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
Can ASTM A959 XM-6 Be Substituted With EN 10088-3 X6Cr13?
ASTM A959 XM-6 and EN 10088-3 X6Cr13 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 XM-6 and EN 10088-3 X6Cr13?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 XM-6 be substituted with EN 10088-3 X6Cr13?
ASTM A959 XM-6 and EN 10088-3 X6Cr13 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.