Related Material — 65% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 (EN 10028-2:2017) and ASTM A681 A4 (ASTM A681:2008) are both steel grades.
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is classified under Alloy Steel, while ASTM A681 A4 is classified under Tool & Die Steels — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below.
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is typically used for flat products for pressure purposes, while ASTM A681 A4 is commonly used for tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2).
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A681 A4 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 vs ASTM A681 A4 is a 65.2% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
ASTM A681 A4
Tensile Strength
480-630 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=310 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=18%
Not specified
Condition
Usual delivery condition normalized and tempered (+NT), nominal thickness up to 16 mm; transverse direction, Yield Strength is ReH, Elongation is A
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Hardness
Not specified
<=241 HB
Typical Applications
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10
Flat products for pressure purposes
ASTM A681 A4
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
Key Differences
Different category: EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is Alloy Steel, ASTM A681 A4 is Tool & Die Steels.
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 specifies N, Cu which are not specified for ASTM A681 A4.
Can EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 Be Substituted With ASTM A681 A4?
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 and ASTM A681 A4 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.
What is the difference between EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 and ASTM A681 A4?
Different category: EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 is Alloy Steel, ASTM A681 A4 is Tool & Die Steels. EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 specifies N, Cu which are not specified for ASTM A681 A4.
Can EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 be substituted with ASTM A681 A4?
EN 10028-2 10CrMo9-10 and ASTM A681 A4 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.