Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A276/A276M N08925 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A276/A276M N08925 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M N08925 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M N08932 vs ASTM A276/A276M N08925 is a 72.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.
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 N08932
ASTM A276/A276M N08925
Tensile Strength
>=600 MPa
>=600 MPa
Yield Strength
>=305 MPa
>=295 MPa
Elongation
>=40%
>=40%
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Hardness
Not specified
<=217 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M N08932
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A276/A276M N08925
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08932 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M N08925?
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 and ASTM A276/A276M N08925 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M N08932 and ASTM A276/A276M N08925?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M N08932 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M N08925?
ASTM A240/A240M N08932 and ASTM A276/A276M N08925 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.