Related Material — 69.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A240/A240M S30601 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S38815 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is a 54.2% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.4%.
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 S38815
ASTM A240/A240M S30601
Tensile Strength
>=540 MPa
>=540 MPa
Yield Strength
>=255 MPa
>=255 MPa
Elongation
>=30%
>=30%
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S38815
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A240/A240M S30601
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30601.
ASTM A240/A240M S30601 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S38815.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S38815 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S30601?
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 and ASTM A240/A240M S30601 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 S38815 and ASTM A240/A240M S30601?
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30601. ASTM A240/A240M S30601 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S38815.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S38815 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S30601?
ASTM A240/A240M S38815 and ASTM A240/A240M S30601 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.