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ASTM A240/A240M S82013 vs BS 970 EN61

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

ASTM A240/A240M S82013 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and BS 970 EN61 (BS 970:1955) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S82013 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 970 EN61 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S82013 vs BS 970 EN61 is a 70.2% 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
70.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S82013 BS 970 EN61
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 BS 970:1955
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.060 <=0.12
Mn (%) 2.50-3.50 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.045
Si (%) <=0.90 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.5-22.0 20.0-22.0
Ni (%) 0.5-1.5 <=0.50
N (%) 0.20-0.30 Not specified
Cu (%) 0.20-1.20 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 S82013 BS 970 EN61
Tensile Strength >=620 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=450 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=30% 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 S82013
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
BS 970 EN61
Not documented
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S82013 Be Substituted With BS 970 EN61?
ASTM A240/A240M S82013 and BS 970 EN61 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 S82013 and BS 970 EN61?
ASTM A240/A240M S82013 specifies N, Cu which are not specified for BS 970 EN61.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S82013 be substituted with BS 970 EN61?
ASTM A240/A240M S82013 and BS 970 EN61 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.