Close Alternative — 77.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S44330 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 S44535 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S44330 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 S44535 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A240/A240M S44330 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S44535 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S44330 vs ASTM A959 S44535 is a 77.1% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 77.1%.
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 S44330
ASTM A959 S44535
Tensile Strength
>=390 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=205 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=22%
Not specified
Hardness
<=187 HB
Not specified
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S44330
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 S44535
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A240/A240M S44330 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 S44535.
ASTM A959 S44535 specifies Al, La, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S44330.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44330 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S44535?
ASTM A240/A240M S44330 and ASTM A959 S44535 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S44330 and ASTM A959 S44535?
ASTM A240/A240M S44330 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 S44535. ASTM A959 S44535 specifies Al, La, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S44330.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44330 be substituted with ASTM A959 S44535?
ASTM A240/A240M S44330 and ASTM A959 S44535 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.