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ASTM A240/A240M S32003 vs ASTM A959 317LN

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S32003 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 317LN (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S32003 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 317LN is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S32003 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 317LN is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S32003 vs ASTM A959 317LN is a 71.3% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S32003:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S32003 ASTM A959 317LN
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.020 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.5-22.5 18.0-20.0
Ni (%) 3.0-4.0 11.0-14.0
Mo (%) 1.50-2.00 3.0-4.0
N (%) 0.14-0.20 0.10-0.22
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 S32003 ASTM A959 317LN
Tensile Strength >=690 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=485 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=25% Not specified
Hardness <=293 HB Not specified
Condition t <= 0.187 in. [5.00 mm] (first condition printed); yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S32003
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 317LN
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32003 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 317LN?
ASTM A240/A240M S32003 and ASTM A959 317LN 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 S32003 and ASTM A959 317LN?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32003 be substituted with ASTM A959 317LN?
ASTM A240/A240M S32003 and ASTM A959 317LN 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.