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ASTM A240/A240M S41500 vs ASTM A959 S41425

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

ASTM A240/A240M S41500 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 S41425 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S41500 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 S41425 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S41500 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S41425 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S41500 vs ASTM A959 S41425 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 S41500:
EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 ASTM A959 25-4-4 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S41500 ASTM A959 S41425
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.05 <=0.05
Mn (%) 0.50-1.00 0.50-1.00
P (%) <=0.030 <=0.020
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.005
Si (%) <=0.60 <=0.50
Cr (%) 11.5-14.0 12.0-15.0
Ni (%) 3.5-5.5 4.0-7.0
Mo (%) 0.50-1.00 1.50-2.00
Cu (%) Not specified <=0.30
N (%) Not specified 0.06-0.12
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 S41500 ASTM A959 S41425
Tensile Strength >=795 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=620 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=15% Not specified
Hardness <=302 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S41500
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 S41425
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S41500 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S41425?
ASTM A240/A240M S41500 and ASTM A959 S41425 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 S41500 and ASTM A959 S41425?
ASTM A959 S41425 specifies Cu, N which are not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S41500.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S41500 be substituted with ASTM A959 S41425?
ASTM A240/A240M S41500 and ASTM A959 S41425 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.