ASTM A240/A240M S21400 vs GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10

Related Material — 69.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S21400 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 (GB/T 3280-2015) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S21400 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 is commonly used for used for kitchen equipment, food processing machinery, chemical tanks, piping, architectural panels, and fasteners.. ASTM A240/A240M S21400 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S21400 vs GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 is a 69.2% 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 69.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S21400:
GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 .- IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
69.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S21400 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 GB/T 3280-2015
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.12 0.08 max
Mn (%) 14.00-16.00 2.00 max
P (%) <=0.045 0.045 max
S (%) <=0.030 0.030 max
Si (%) 0.30-1.00 1.00 max
Cr (%) 17.0-18.5 18.00-20.00
Ni (%) <=1.00 8.00-11.00
N (%) >=0.35 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 S21400 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Tensile Strength Not specified 520-720 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified 205-310 MPa
Elongation Not specified 40-60%
Hardness Not specified 187 HB max
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S21400
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Used for kitchen equipment, food processing machinery, chemical tanks, piping, architectural panels, and fasteners.
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S21400 Be Substituted With GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A240/A240M S21400 and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A240/A240M S21400
No active listings currently.
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Sheet → (2 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2900–3300 mm (114.17–129.92 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A240/A240M S21400
0 active listings and RFQs →
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S21400 and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A240/A240M S21400 specifies N which is not specified for GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S21400 be substituted with GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A240/A240M S21400 and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 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.