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EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 vs ASTM A681 L6

Related Material — 60% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 (EN 10088-1:2023) and ASTM A681 L6 (ASTM A681:2008) are both steel grades. EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 is classified under Stainless Steel, while ASTM A681 L6 is classified under Tool & Die Steels — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A681 L6 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 vs ASTM A681 L6 is a 60% 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 60%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5:
IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH ASTM A959 .- EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
60%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
60%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 ASTM A681 L6
Standard EN 10088-1:2023 ASTM A681:2008
Category Stainless Steel Tool & Die Steels
C (%) 0.05-0.10 0.65-0.75
Si (%) 0.30-0.60 0.10-0.50
Mn (%) 9.0-10.0 0.25-0.80
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 17.5-18.5 0.60-1.20
Mo (%) <=0.50 <=0.50
Ni (%) 5.0-6.0 1.25-2.00
N (%) 0.25-0.32 Not specified
Cu (%) <=0.40 Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 ASTM A681 L6
Hardness Not specified <=235 HB
Condition Not specified Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Applications
EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5
Not documented
ASTM A681 L6
Tools, dies and fixtures (clause 1.2)
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 Be Substituted With ASTM A681 L6?
EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 and ASTM A681 L6 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 and ASTM A681 L6?
Different category: EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 is Stainless Steel, ASTM A681 L6 is Tool & Die Steels. EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 specifies N, Cu which are not specified for ASTM A681 L6.
Can EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 be substituted with ASTM A681 L6?
EN 10088-1 X8CrMnNiN18-9-5 and ASTM A681 L6 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.