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ASTM A240/A240M N08811 vs ASTM A959 800H

Strong Match — 96.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M N08811 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 800H (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M N08811 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 800H is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M N08811 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 800H is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M N08811 vs ASTM A959 800H is a 96.2% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 96.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M N08811:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
96.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
96.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M N08811 ASTM A959 800H
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.06-0.10 0.05-0.10
Mn (%) <=1.50 <=1.50
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.015
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.0-23.0 19.0-23.0
Ni (%) 30.0-35.0 30.0-35.0
Cu (%) <=0.75 <=0.75
Fe (%) >=39.5 >=39.5
Ti (%) 0.25-0.60 0.15-0.60
Al (%) 0.25-0.60 0.15-0.60
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A240/A240M N08811 ASTM A959 800H
Tensile Strength >=450 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=170 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=30% Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M N08811
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 800H
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08811 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 800H?
ASTM A240/A240M N08811 and ASTM A959 800H overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 800H is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M N08811 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M N08811 and ASTM A959 800H?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08811 be substituted with ASTM A959 800H?
ASTM A240/A240M N08811 and ASTM A959 800H overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 800H is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M N08811 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.