Close Alternative — 80.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
GOST 5632 12Kh13 (GOST 5632-2014) and ASTM A959 XM-6 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
GOST 5632 12Kh13 is typically used for turbine blades, pump shafts, fasteners, cutlery, while ASTM A959 XM-6 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A959 XM-6 is defined under ASTM International (United States).
As per chemical composition, GOST 5632 12Kh13 vs ASTM A959 XM-6 is a 80.9% 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 80.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
GOST 5632 12Kh13
ASTM A959 XM-6
Tensile Strength
≥540 MPa (annealed)
Not specified
Hardness HRC
36–45 (hardened)
Not specified
Typical Applications
GOST 5632 12Kh13
Turbine blades, pump shafts, fasteners, cutlery
ASTM A959 XM-6
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
GOST 5632 12Kh13 specifies Ni which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-6.
ASTM A959 XM-6 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 5632 12Kh13.
Can GOST 5632 12Kh13 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 XM-6?
GOST 5632 12Kh13 and ASTM A959 XM-6 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 GOST 5632 12Kh13 and ASTM A959 XM-6?
GOST 5632 12Kh13 specifies Ni which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-6. ASTM A959 XM-6 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 5632 12Kh13.
Can GOST 5632 12Kh13 be substituted with ASTM A959 XM-6?
GOST 5632 12Kh13 and ASTM A959 XM-6 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.