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ASTM A240/A240M N08904 vs ASTM A959 N08700

Close Alternative — 82.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M N08904 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 N08700 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M N08904 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 N08700 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M N08904 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 N08700 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M N08904 vs ASTM A959 N08700 is a 82.1% 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 82.1%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M N08904:
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 ASTM A959 .- GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
82.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
82.1%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M N08904 ASTM A959 N08700
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.020 <=0.04
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.0-23.0 19.0-23.0
Ni (%) 23.0-28.0 24.0-26.0
Mo (%) 4.00-5.00 4.3-5.0
N (%) <=0.10 Not specified
Cu (%) 1.00-2.00 <=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 ASTM A240/A240M N08904 ASTM A959 N08700
Tensile Strength >=490 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=220 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=35% Not specified
Hardness <=90 HRBW Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M N08904
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 N08700
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08904 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 N08700?
ASTM A240/A240M N08904 and ASTM A959 N08700 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 ASTM A240/A240M N08904 and ASTM A959 N08700?
ASTM A240/A240M N08904 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 N08700.
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08904 be substituted with ASTM A959 N08700?
ASTM A240/A240M N08904 and ASTM A959 N08700 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.