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IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN vs ASTM A959 S31260

Close Alternative — 80.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN (IS 6603:2024) and ASTM A959 S31260 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars, while ASTM A959 S31260 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A959 S31260 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN vs ASTM A959 S31260 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%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
80.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
80.9%
Specifications
Property IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN ASTM A959 S31260
Standard IS 6603:2024 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.70 <=0.75
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.030
Cr (%) 24.0-26.0 24.0-26.0
Mo (%) 2.5-4.0 2.5-3.5
Ni (%) 5.0-7.5 5.5-7.5
N (%) 0.15-0.30 0.10-0.30
Cu (%) 1.00-2.50 0.20-0.80
W (%) Not specified 0.10-0.50
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN ASTM A959 S31260
Tensile Strength >=700 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=500 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=25% Not specified
Hardness <=270 HB Not specified
Condition Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Tensile Strength is a minimum as printed, hardness for guidance only Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
ASTM A959 S31260
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S31260?
IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN and ASTM A959 S31260 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 IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN and ASTM A959 S31260?
ASTM A959 S31260 specifies W which is not specified for IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN.
Can IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN be substituted with ASTM A959 S31260?
IS 6603 X02Cr25Ni6Mo3CuN and ASTM A959 S31260 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.