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ASTM A240/A240M S20161 vs BS 970 EN60

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S20161 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and BS 970 EN60 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S20161 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while BS 970 EN60 is commonly used for bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars.. ASTM A240/A240M S20161 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 970 EN60 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S20161 vs BS 970 EN60 is a 69.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
69.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S20161 BS 970 EN60
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 BS 970:1955
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.15 <=0.12
Mn (%) 4.00-6.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
Si (%) 3.00-4.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 15.0-18.0 16.0-18.0
Ni (%) 4.0-6.0 <=0.50
N (%) 0.08-0.20 Not specified
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 S20161 BS 970 EN60
Tensile Strength >=860 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=345 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Hardness <=255 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S20161
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
BS 970 EN60
Bars and billets for forging; forgings and drop-forgings; bars for machining; bright bars.
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S20161 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN60?
ASTM A240/A240M S20161 and BS 970 EN60 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 ASTM A240/A240M S20161 and BS 970 EN60?
ASTM A240/A240M S20161 specifies N which is not specified for BS 970 EN60.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S20161 be substituted with BS 970 EN60?
ASTM A240/A240M S20161 and BS 970 EN60 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.