ASTM A240/A240M S46800 vs GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S46800 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 (GB/T 3280-2015) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S46800 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 is commonly used for used for kitchen equipment, food processing machinery, chemical tanks, piping, architectural panels, and fasteners.. ASTM A240/A240M S46800 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S46800 vs GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 is a 70% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S46800:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
70%
MECHANICAL MATCH
0%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S46800 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 GB/T 3280-2015
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 0.08 max
Mn (%) <=1.00 2.00 max
P (%) <=0.040 0.045 max
S (%) <=0.030 0.030 max
Si (%) <=1.00 1.00 max
Cr (%) 18.0-20.0 18.00-20.00
Ni (%) <=0.50 8.00-11.00
N (%) <=0.030 Not specified
Ti (%) 0.07-0.30 Not specified
Nb (%) 0.10-0.60 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 S46800 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Tensile Strength >=415 MPa 520-720 MPa
Yield Strength >=205 MPa 205-310 MPa
Elongation >=22% 40-60%
Hardness <=90 HRBW 187 HB max
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S46800
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Used for kitchen equipment, food processing machinery, chemical tanks, piping, architectural panels, and fasteners.
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S46800 Be Substituted With GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A240/A240M S46800 and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 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 S46800
No active listings currently.
GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
Sheet → (2 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2900–3300 mm (114.17–129.92 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A240/A240M S46800
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GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S46800 and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A240/A240M S46800 specifies N, Ti, Nb which are not specified for GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S46800 be substituted with GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A240/A240M S46800 and GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 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.