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EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 vs ASTM A240/A240M S32906

Strong Match — 89.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 (EN 10088-3:2014) and ASTM A240/A240M S32906 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 vs ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is a 96.5% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 75%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 89.4%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2:
ASTM A959 2507 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4845 ASTM A959 .- GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
96.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
75%
OVERALL
89.4%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 ASTM A240/A240M S32906
Standard EN 10088-3:2014 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.50 <=0.80
Mn (%) 0.80-1.50 0.80-1.50
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.030
Cr (%) 28.0-30.0 28.0-30.0
Mo (%) 1.50-2.60 1.50-2.60
Ni (%) 5.8-7.5 5.8-7.5
N (%) 0.30-0.40 0.30-0.40
Cu (%) <=0.80 <=0.80
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 ASTM A240/A240M S32906
Tensile Strength 800-1050 MPa >=800 MPa
Yield Strength >=650 MPa >=650 MPa
Elongation >=25% >=25%
Hardness <=310 HB <=310 HB
Condition Solution annealed (+AT), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 10 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal), hardness for guidance only t < 0.4 in. [10.0 mm] (first condition printed); yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
ASTM A240/A240M S32906
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S32906?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 and ASTM A240/A240M S32906 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 and ASTM A240/A240M S32906?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S32906?
EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 and ASTM A240/A240M S32906 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is often considered as a substitute for EN 10088-3 X2CrNiMoN29-7-2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.