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ASTM A240/A240M S44600 vs ASTM A959 SS310

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

ASTM A240/A240M S44600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 SS310 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S44600 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 SS310 is commonly used for furnace parts, heat exchangers, kiln components. ASTM A240/A240M S44600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 SS310 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S44600 vs ASTM A959 SS310 is a 77.8% 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%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
77.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S44600 ASTM A959 SS310
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.20 <=0.25
Mn (%) <=1.50 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.50
Cr (%) 23.0-27.0 24.0-26.0
Ni (%) <=0.75 19.0-22.0
N (%) <=0.25 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 S44600 ASTM A959 SS310
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=275 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=20% Not specified
Hardness <=217 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S44600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 SS310
Furnace parts, heat exchangers, kiln components
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44600 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS310?
ASTM A240/A240M S44600 and ASTM A959 SS310 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A240/A240M S44600
No active listings currently.
ASTM A959 SS310
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 3000–3500 mm (118.11–137.8 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A240/A240M S44600
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ASTM A959 SS310
3 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S44600 and ASTM A959 SS310?
ASTM A240/A240M S44600 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 SS310.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44600 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS310?
ASTM A240/A240M S44600 and ASTM A959 SS310 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.