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ASTM A240/A240M S24000 vs ASTM A959 XM-28

Close Alternative — 81.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S24000 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 XM-28 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S24000 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 XM-28 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S24000 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 XM-28 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S24000 vs ASTM A959 XM-28 is a 81.9% 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 81.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S24000:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
81.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
81.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S24000 ASTM A959 XM-28
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.15
Mn (%) 11.50-14.50 11.0-14.0
P (%) <=0.060 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.75 <=1.00
Cr (%) 17.0-19.0 16.5-19.0
Ni (%) 2.3-3.7 0.50-2.50
N (%) 0.20-0.40 0.20-0.45
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 S24000 ASTM A959 XM-28
Tensile Strength >=690 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=415 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% 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 S24000
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 XM-28
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A240/A240M S24000 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 XM-28?
ASTM A240/A240M S24000 and ASTM A959 XM-28 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 S24000 and ASTM A959 XM-28?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S24000 be substituted with ASTM A959 XM-28?
ASTM A240/A240M S24000 and ASTM A959 XM-28 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.