Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S33400 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 SS304 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S33400 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 SS304 is commonly used for food processing, chemical equipment, kitchen equipment.
ASTM A240/A240M S33400 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 SS304 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S33400 vs ASTM A959 SS304 is a 73.9% 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%.
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 S33400
ASTM A959 SS304
Tensile Strength
>=485 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=170 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=30%
Not specified
Hardness
<=92 HRBW
Not specified
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S33400
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 SS304
Food processing, chemical equipment, kitchen equipment
Key Differences
ASTM A240/A240M S33400 specifies Al, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A959 SS304.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S33400 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS304?
ASTM A240/A240M S33400 and ASTM A959 SS304 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S33400 and ASTM A959 SS304?
ASTM A240/A240M S33400 specifies Al, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A959 SS304.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S33400 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS304?
ASTM A240/A240M S33400 and ASTM A959 SS304 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.