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ASTM A240/A240M S81921 vs ASTM A959 S32001

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

ASTM A240/A240M S81921 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 S32001 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S81921 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 S32001 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S81921 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S32001 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S81921 vs ASTM A959 S32001 is a 70.7% 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%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S81921:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
70.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S81921 ASTM A959 S32001
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Mn (%) 2.00-4.00 4.0-6.0
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.0-22.0 19.5-21.5
Ni (%) 2.0-4.0 1.00-3.00
Mo (%) 1.00-2.00 <=0.60
N (%) 0.14-0.20 0.05-0.17
Cu (%) Not specified <=1.00
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 S81921 ASTM A959 S32001
Tensile Strength >=620 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=450 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=25% Not specified
Hardness <=293 HB Not specified
Condition Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S81921
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 S32001
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S81921 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S32001?
ASTM A240/A240M S81921 and ASTM A959 S32001 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S81921 and ASTM A959 S32001?
ASTM A959 S32001 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S81921.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S81921 be substituted with ASTM A959 S32001?
ASTM A240/A240M S81921 and ASTM A959 S32001 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.