Strong Match — 88.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M N08367 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A240/A240M N08367 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M N08367 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A240/A240M N08367 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A276/A276M N08367 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M N08367 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M N08367 vs ASTM A240/A240M N08367 is a 100% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 88.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A276/A276M N08367
ASTM A240/A240M N08367
Tensile Strength
>=655 MPa
>=690 MPa
Yield Strength
>=310 MPa
>=310 MPa
Elongation
>=30%
>=30%
Condition
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Sheet and strip (first condition printed); yield by 0.2 percent offset
Hardness
Not specified
<=100 HRBW
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M N08367
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A240/A240M N08367
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can ASTM A276/A276M N08367 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M N08367?
ASTM A276/A276M N08367 and ASTM A240/A240M N08367 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M N08367 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M N08367 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M N08367 and ASTM A240/A240M N08367?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M N08367 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M N08367?
ASTM A276/A276M N08367 and ASTM A240/A240M N08367 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M N08367 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M N08367 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.