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ASTM A240/A240M S30601 vs ASTM A240/A240M S38815

Related Material — 69.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S30601 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A240/A240M S38815 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S30601 vs ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is a 54.2% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.4%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
54.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
69.4%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S30601 ASTM A240/A240M S38815
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.015 <=0.030
Mn (%) 0.50-0.80 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.013 <=0.020
Si (%) 5.0-5.6 5.50-6.50
Cr (%) 17.0-18.0 13.0-15.0
Ni (%) 17.0-18.0 15.0-17.0
Mo (%) <=0.20 0.75-1.50
N (%) <=0.05 Not specified
Cu (%) <=0.35 0.75-1.50
Al (%) Not specified <=0.30
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 S30601 ASTM A240/A240M S38815
Tensile Strength >=540 MPa >=540 MPa
Yield Strength >=255 MPa >=255 MPa
Elongation >=30% >=30%
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S30601
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A240/A240M S38815
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30601 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S38815?
ASTM A240/A240M S30601 and ASTM A240/A240M S38815 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S30601 and ASTM A240/A240M S38815?
ASTM A240/A240M S30601 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S38815. ASTM A240/A240M S38815 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30601.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30601 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S38815?
ASTM A240/A240M S30601 and ASTM A240/A240M S38815 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.