EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 vs ASTM A959 2304

Close Alternative — 77.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 (EN 10088-2:2014) and ASTM A959 2304 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 is typically used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip, while ASTM A959 2304 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A959 2304 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 vs ASTM A959 2304 is a 77.2% 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 77.2%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2:
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H ASTM A959 .- EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
77.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
77.2%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 ASTM A959 2304
Standard EN 10088-2:2014 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.50
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.010 <=0.030
Cr (%) 21.5-24.0 21.5-24.5
Mo (%) <=0.45 0.05-0.60
Ni (%) 1.00-2.90 3.0-5.5
N (%) 0.16-0.28 0.05-0.20
Cu (%) Not specified 0.05-0.60
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 ASTM A959 2304
Tensile Strength 700-900 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=530 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=20% Not specified
Condition Solution annealed (+AT), cold rolled strip, up to 6.4 mm thick; Yield Strength is Rp0.2 (transverse), Elongation is A80 for under 3 mm thick Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
ASTM A959 2304
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 2304?
EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 and ASTM A959 2304 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 EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 and ASTM A959 2304?
ASTM A959 2304 specifies Cu which is not specified for EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2.
Can EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 be substituted with ASTM A959 2304?
EN 10088-2 X2CrNiN22-2 and ASTM A959 2304 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.