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EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 vs ASTM A959 420FSe

Close Alternative — 75.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 (EN 10088-3:2014) and ASTM A959 420FSe (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products, while ASTM A959 420FSe is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while ASTM A959 420FSe is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 vs ASTM A959 420FSe is a 75.7% 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 75.7%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
75.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
75.7%
Specifications
Property EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 ASTM A959 420FSe
Standard EN 10088-3:2014 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.36-0.42 0.20-0.40
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.25
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.06
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.06
Cr (%) 13.0-14.5 12.0-14.0
Mo (%) 0.60-1.00 <=0.50
Se (%) Not specified >=0.15
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 X38CrMo14 ASTM A959 420FSe
Tensile Strength <=760 MPa Not specified
Hardness <=235 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed (+A), conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, size range not stated; hardness for guidance only Not specified
Typical Applications
EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, rods, wire, sections and bright products
ASTM A959 420FSe
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 420FSe?
EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 and ASTM A959 420FSe 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 10088-3 X38CrMo14 and ASTM A959 420FSe?
ASTM A959 420FSe specifies Se which is not specified for EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14.
Can EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 be substituted with ASTM A959 420FSe?
EN 10088-3 X38CrMo14 and ASTM A959 420FSe 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.