IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN vs ASTM A240/A240M S32906

Related Material — 68% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN (IS 6603:2024) and ASTM A240/A240M S32906 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars, while ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN vs ASTM A240/A240M S32906 is a 64.4% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 75%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 68%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
64.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
75%
OVERALL
68%
Specifications
Property IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN ASTM A240/A240M S32906
Standard IS 6603:2024 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.50 <=0.80
Mn (%) <=1.50 0.80-1.50
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.010 <=0.030
Cr (%) 26.0-29.0 28.0-30.0
Mo (%) 4.0-5.0 1.50-2.60
Ni (%) 5.5-9.5 5.8-7.5
N (%) 0.30-0.50 0.30-0.40
Cu (%) <=1.00 <=0.80
Co (%) 0.50-2.00 Not specified
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 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN ASTM A240/A240M S32906
Tensile Strength >=800 MPa >=800 MPa
Yield Strength >=650 MPa >=650 MPa
Elongation >=25% >=25%
Hardness <=300 HB <=310 HB
Condition Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 5 mm; Tensile Strength is a minimum as printed, hardness for guidance only t < 0.4 in. [10.0 mm] (first condition printed); yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
ASTM A240/A240M S32906
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S32906?
IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN and ASTM A240/A240M S32906 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN and ASTM A240/A240M S32906?
IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN specifies Co which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S32906.
Can IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S32906?
IS 6603 X02Cr28Ni8Mo5CoN and ASTM A240/A240M S32906 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.