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ASTM A240/A240M S30403 vs ASTM A959 304L

Strong Match — 92.5% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S30403 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 304L (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S30403 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 304L is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S30403 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 304L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S30403 vs ASTM A959 304L is a 92.5% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 92.5%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S30403:
GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
92.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
92.5%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S30403 ASTM A959 304L
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.75 <=1.00
Cr (%) 18.0-20.0 17.5-19.5
Ni (%) 8.0-12.0 8.0-12.0
N (%) <=0.10 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 S30403 ASTM A959 304L
Tensile Strength >=485 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=170 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Hardness <=201 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S30403
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 304L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30403 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 304L?
ASTM A240/A240M S30403 and ASTM A959 304L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S30403 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S30403 and ASTM A959 304L?
ASTM A240/A240M S30403 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 304L.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30403 be substituted with ASTM A959 304L?
ASTM A240/A240M S30403 and ASTM A959 304L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S30403 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.