Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S82011 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 S32101 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S82011 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 S32101 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A240/A240M S82011 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S32101 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S82011 vs ASTM A959 S32101 is a 74% 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%.
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 S82011
ASTM A959 S32101
Tensile Strength
>=700 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=515 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=30%
Not specified
Hardness
<=293 HB
Not specified
Condition
t <= 0.187 in. [5.00 mm] (first condition printed); yield by 0.2 percent offset
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S82011
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 S32101
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A240/A240M S82011 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S32101?
ASTM A240/A240M S82011 and ASTM A959 S32101 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S82011 and ASTM A959 S32101?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S82011 be substituted with ASTM A959 S32101?
ASTM A240/A240M S82011 and ASTM A959 S32101 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.