Close Alternative — 83.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S44600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A276/A276M S44600 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) 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 A276/A276M S44600 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A240/A240M S44600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S44600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S44600 vs ASTM A276/A276M S44600 is a 100% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 83.3%.
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 A276/A276M S44600
Tensile Strength
>=515 MPa
>=450 MPa
Yield Strength
>=275 MPa
>=275 MPa
Elongation
>=20%
>=20%
Hardness
<=217 HB
<=219 HB
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S44600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A276/A276M S44600
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44600 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S44600?
ASTM A240/A240M S44600 and ASTM A276/A276M S44600 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 S44600 and ASTM A276/A276M S44600?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44600 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S44600?
ASTM A240/A240M S44600 and ASTM A276/A276M S44600 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.