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ASTM A240/A240M S82031 vs ASTM A959 N08700

Related Material — 68.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A240/A240M S82031 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and ASTM A959 N08700 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A240/A240M S82031 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while ASTM A959 N08700 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A240/A240M S82031 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 N08700 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S82031 vs ASTM A959 N08700 is a 68.1% 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 68.1%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A240/A240M S82031:
GOST 5632 08X18H10 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H ASTM A959 .- GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
68.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
68.1%
Specifications
Property ASTM A240/A240M S82031 ASTM A959 N08700
Standard ASTM A240/A240M:2025 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.05 <=0.04
Mn (%) <=2.50 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.005 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.80 <=1.00
Cr (%) 19.0-22.0 19.0-23.0
Ni (%) 2.0-4.0 24.0-26.0
Mo (%) 0.60-1.40 4.3-5.0
N (%) 0.14-0.24 Not specified
Cu (%) <=1.00 <=0.50
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 S82031 ASTM A959 N08700
Tensile Strength >=700 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=500 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=35% Not specified
Hardness <=31 HRC 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 S82031
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
ASTM A959 N08700
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A240/A240M S82031 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 N08700?
ASTM A240/A240M S82031 and ASTM A959 N08700 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 S82031 and ASTM A959 N08700?
ASTM A240/A240M S82031 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 N08700.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S82031 be substituted with ASTM A959 N08700?
ASTM A240/A240M S82031 and ASTM A959 N08700 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.