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ASTM A240/A240M S30616 vs ASTM A959 S30600

Close Alternative — 76.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S30616 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 S30600 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S30616 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 S30600 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S30616 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S30600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S30616 vs ASTM A959 S30600 is a 76.3% 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 76.3%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S30616:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
76.3%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S30616 ASTM A959 S30600
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.020 <=0.018
Mn (%) <=1.50 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.020
S (%) <=0.015 <=0.020
Si (%) 3.9-4.7 3.7-4.3
Cr (%) 16.5-18.5 17.0-18.5
Ni (%) 13.0-15.5 14.0-15.5
Mo (%) <=0.50 <=0.20
Cu (%) <=0.40 <=0.50
Nb (%) 0.30-0.70 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 S30616 ASTM A959 S30600
Tensile Strength >=590 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=245 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Hardness <=241 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S30616
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 S30600
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30616 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S30600?
ASTM A240/A240M S30616 and ASTM A959 S30600 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 S30616 and ASTM A959 S30600?
ASTM A240/A240M S30616 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 S30600.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S30616 be substituted with ASTM A959 S30600?
ASTM A240/A240M S30616 and ASTM A959 S30600 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.