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ASTM A240/A240M N08925 vs ASTM A959 N08367

Close Alternative — 74.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M N08925 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 N08367 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M N08925 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 N08367 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M N08925 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 N08367 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M N08925 vs ASTM A959 N08367 is a 74.9% 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 74.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M N08925:
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH ASTM A959 .- GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 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 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
74.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
74.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M N08925 ASTM A959 N08367
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.020 <=0.030
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.50 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.0-21.0 20.0-22.0
Ni (%) 24.0-26.0 23.5-25.5
Mo (%) 6.00-7.00 6.0-7.0
N (%) 0.10-0.20 0.18-0.25
Cu (%) 0.80-1.50 <=0.75
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 N08925 ASTM A959 N08367
Tensile Strength >=600 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=295 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M N08925
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 N08367
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08925 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 N08367?
ASTM A240/A240M N08925 and ASTM A959 N08367 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 N08925 and ASTM A959 N08367?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08925 be substituted with ASTM A959 N08367?
ASTM A240/A240M N08925 and ASTM A959 N08367 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.