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ASTM A240/A240M S31635 vs ASTM A276/A276M S31600

Strong Match — 93.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S31635 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A276/A276M S31600 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S31635 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A276/A276M S31600 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished). ASTM A240/A240M S31635 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S31600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S31635 vs ASTM A276/A276M S31600 is a 90.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 93.8%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
90.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
93.8%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S31635 ASTM A276/A276M S31600
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A276/A276M:2017
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.75 <=1.00
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.0-18.0
Ni (%) 10.0-14.0 10.0-14.0
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 2.00-3.00
N (%) <=0.10 Not specified
Ti (%) <=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 S31635 ASTM A276/A276M S31600
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa >=515 MPa
Yield Strength >=205 MPa >=205 MPa
Elongation >=40% >=40%
Hardness <=217 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S31635
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A276/A276M S31600
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31635 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S31600?
ASTM A240/A240M S31635 and ASTM A276/A276M S31600 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S31600 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S31635 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 S31635 and ASTM A276/A276M S31600?
ASTM A240/A240M S31635 specifies N, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S31600.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31635 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S31600?
ASTM A240/A240M S31635 and ASTM A276/A276M S31600 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S31600 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S31635 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.