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EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 vs ASTM A959 .-

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 (EN 10088-2:2014) and ASTM A959 .- (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 is typically used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip, while ASTM A959 .- is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A959 .- is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 vs ASTM A959 .- is a 73.5% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 ASTM A959 .-
Standard EN 10088-2:2014 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.030
Cr (%) 17.5-18.5 18.0-20.0
Nb (%) <=1.00 Not specified
Ti (%) 0.10-0.60 0.07-0.30
Cb (%) Not specified 0.10-0.60
N (%) Not specified <=0.030
Ni (%) Not specified <=0.50
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 X2CrTiNb18 ASTM A959 .-
Tensile Strength 430-630 MPa Not specified
Condition Annealed (+A), cold rolled strip, up to 8 mm thick; Elongation is A80 (under 3 mm) or A (3 mm and over), longitudinal and transverse Not specified
Yield Strength >=230 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=18% Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
ASTM A959 .-
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 .-?
EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 and ASTM A959 .- 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 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 and ASTM A959 .-?
EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 .-. ASTM A959 .- specifies Cb, N, Ni which are not specified for EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18.
Can EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 be substituted with ASTM A959 .-?
EN 10088-2 X2CrTiNb18 and ASTM A959 .- 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.