Strong Match — 85% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S30435 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 301 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S30435 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 301 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A240/A240M S30435 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 301 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S30435 vs ASTM A959 301 is a 85% 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 85%.
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 S30435
ASTM A959 301
Tensile Strength
>=450 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=155 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=45%
Not specified
Hardness
<=187 HB
Not specified
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S30435
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 301
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A240/A240M S30435 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 301.
ASTM A959 301 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30435.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30435 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 301?
ASTM A240/A240M S30435 and ASTM A959 301 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 301 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S30435 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S30435 and ASTM A959 301?
ASTM A240/A240M S30435 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 301. ASTM A959 301 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30435.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30435 be substituted with ASTM A959 301?
ASTM A240/A240M S30435 and ASTM A959 301 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 301 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S30435 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.