Related Material — 66% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S35030 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 S30815 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S35030 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 S30815 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A240/A240M S35030 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S30815 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S35030 vs ASTM A959 S30815 is a 66% 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 66%.
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 S35030
ASTM A959 S30815
Tensile Strength
>=550 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=235 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=30%
Not specified
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S35030
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 S30815
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A240/A240M S35030 specifies Cu, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 S30815.
ASTM A959 S30815 specifies Ce which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S35030.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S35030 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S30815?
ASTM A240/A240M S35030 and ASTM A959 S30815 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 S35030 and ASTM A959 S30815?
ASTM A240/A240M S35030 specifies Cu, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 S30815. ASTM A959 S30815 specifies Ce which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S35030.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S35030 be substituted with ASTM A959 S30815?
ASTM A240/A240M S35030 and ASTM A959 S30815 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.