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IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 vs ASTM A959 .-

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 (IS 6911:1992) and ASTM A959 .- (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 is typically used for stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1), while ASTM A959 .- is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A959 .- is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 vs ASTM A959 .- is a 66.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2:
ASTM A959 205 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
66.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 ASTM A959 .-
Standard IS 6911:1992 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.10-0.20 <=0.030
Cr (%) 15.0-17.0 18.0-20.0
Mn (%) <=1.0 <=1.00
Ni (%) 1.25-2.50 <=0.50
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.0 <=1.00
Cb (%) Not specified 0.10-0.60
N (%) Not specified <=0.030
Ti (%) Not specified 0.07-0.30
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 ASTM A959 .-
Elongation (50 mm, annealed) >=10% Not specified
Hardness (annealed, max) 262 HBS Not specified
Tensile Strength (annealed) >=830 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength (0.2% proof, annealed) >=640 MPa Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2
Stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1)
ASTM A959 .-
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 .-?
IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 and ASTM A959 .- 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 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 and ASTM A959 .-?
ASTM A959 .- specifies Cb, N, Ti which are not specified for IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2.
Can IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 be substituted with ASTM A959 .-?
IS 6911 X15Cr16Ni2 and ASTM A959 .- 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.