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ASTM A240/A240M S30415 vs BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15

Close Alternative — 71.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S30415 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15 (BS 970 (Part 3):1991) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S30415 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15 is commonly used for bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; austenitic stainless and heat resisting steel (table 18). ASTM A240/A240M S30415 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S30415 vs BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15 is a 71.7% 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 71.7%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
71.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S30415 BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 BS 970 (Part 3):1991
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.04-0.06 <=0.06
Mn (%) <=0.80 <=2.0
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) 1.00-2.00 <=1.0
Cr (%) 18.0-19.0 17.5-19.0
Ni (%) 9.0-10.0 8.0-11.0
N (%) 0.12-0.18 Not specified
Ce (%) 0.03-0.08 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 S30415 BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15
Tensile Strength >=600 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=290 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Hardness <=217 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S30415
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15
Bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; austenitic stainless and heat resisting steel (Table 18)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30415 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15?
ASTM A240/A240M S30415 and BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15 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 S30415 and BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15?
ASTM A240/A240M S30415 specifies N, Ce which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30415 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15?
ASTM A240/A240M S30415 and BS 970 (Part 3) 304S15 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.