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ASTM A240/A240M S32900 vs ASTM A959 SS316

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

ASTM A240/A240M S32900 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 SS316 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S32900 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 SS316 is commonly used for marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment. ASTM A240/A240M S32900 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 SS316 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S32900 vs ASTM A959 SS316 is a 70.5% 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%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
70.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S32900 ASTM A959 SS316
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.75 <=1.00
Cr (%) 23.0-28.0 16.0-18.0
Ni (%) 2.0-5.00 10.0-14.0
Mo (%) 1.00-2.00 2.00-3.00
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 S32900 ASTM A959 SS316
Tensile Strength >=620 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=485 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=15% Not specified
Hardness <=269 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S32900
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 SS316
Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32900 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A240/A240M S32900 and ASTM A959 SS316 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A240/A240M S32900
No active listings currently.
ASTM A959 SS316
Sheet → (24 listings)
Thickness: 2–6 mm (0.08–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–4000 mm (98.43–157.48 in)
Plate → (6 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2600–4200 mm (102.36–165.35 in)
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 2500–4200 mm (98.43–165.35 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A240/A240M S32900
0 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A959 SS316
33 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S32900 and ASTM A959 SS316?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S32900 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A240/A240M S32900 and ASTM A959 SS316 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.