Close Alternative — 76.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 (EN 10088-2:2014) and ASTM A959 420F (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 is typically used for general purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip, while ASTM A959 420F is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A959 420F is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 vs ASTM A959 420F is a 76.3% 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 76.3%.
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 X38CrMo14
ASTM A959 420F
Tensile Strength
<=760 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=15%
Not specified
Hardness
<=235 HB
Not specified
Condition
Annealed (+A), cold rolled strip, up to 4 mm thick
Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14
General purposes, hot or cold rolled sheet/plate and strip
ASTM A959 420F
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 420F?
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 and ASTM A959 420F 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 EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 and ASTM A959 420F?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 be substituted with ASTM A959 420F?
EN 10088-2 X38CrMo14 and ASTM A959 420F 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.