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ASTM A240/A240M S43600 vs ASTM A240/A240M S43400

Strong Match — 96.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S43600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A240/A240M S43400 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S43600 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A240/A240M S43400 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A240/A240M S43600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S43400 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S43600 vs ASTM A240/A240M S43400 is a 94.6% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 96.4%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S43600:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
94.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
96.4%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S43600 ASTM A240/A240M S43400
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.12 <=0.12
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.0-18.05
Mo (%) 0.75-1.25 0.75-1.25
Nb (%) <=0.80 Not specified
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 S43600 ASTM A240/A240M S43400
Tensile Strength >=450 MPa >=450 MPa
Yield Strength >=240 MPa >=240 MPa
Elongation >=22% >=22%
Hardness <=89 HRBW <=89 HRBW
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 S43600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A240/A240M S43400
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S43600 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S43400?
ASTM A240/A240M S43600 and ASTM A240/A240M S43400 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S43400 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S43600 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S43600 and ASTM A240/A240M S43400?
ASTM A240/A240M S43600 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S43400.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S43600 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S43400?
ASTM A240/A240M S43600 and ASTM A240/A240M S43400 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S43400 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S43600 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.