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ASTM A240/A240M S20910 vs ASTM A959 316Cb

Related Material — 58.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S20910 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 316Cb (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S20910 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 316Cb is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S20910 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 316Cb is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S20910 vs ASTM A959 316Cb is a 58.7% 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 58.7%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S20910:
GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
58.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
58.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S20910 ASTM A959 316Cb
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.06 <=0.08
Mn (%) 4.00-6.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.75 <=1.00
Cr (%) 20.5-23.5 16.0-18.0
Ni (%) 11.5-13.5 10.0-14.0
Mo (%) 1.50-3.00 2.00-3.00
N (%) 0.20-0.40 <=0.10
Nb (%) 0.10-0.30 Not specified
V (%) 0.10-0.30 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 S20910 ASTM A959 316Cb
Tensile Strength >=725 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=415 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=30% Not specified
Hardness <=241 HB Not specified
Condition Sheet and strip (first condition printed); yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S20910
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 316Cb
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S20910 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 316Cb?
ASTM A240/A240M S20910 and ASTM A959 316Cb 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 S20910 and ASTM A959 316Cb?
ASTM A240/A240M S20910 specifies Nb, V which are not specified for ASTM A959 316Cb.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S20910 be substituted with ASTM A959 316Cb?
ASTM A240/A240M S20910 and ASTM A959 316Cb 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.