Close Alternative — 71% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M N08925 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A240/A240M N08926 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M N08925 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A240/A240M N08926 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A276/A276M N08925 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M N08926 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M N08925 vs ASTM A240/A240M N08926 is a 89.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 71%.
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 N08925
ASTM A240/A240M N08926
Tensile Strength
>=600 MPa
>=650 MPa
Yield Strength
>=295 MPa
>=295 MPa
Elongation
>=40%
>=35%
Hardness
<=217 HB
Not specified
Condition
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M N08925
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A240/A240M N08926
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can ASTM A276/A276M N08925 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M N08926?
ASTM A276/A276M N08925 and ASTM A240/A240M N08926 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M N08925 and ASTM A240/A240M N08926?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M N08925 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M N08926?
ASTM A276/A276M N08925 and ASTM A240/A240M N08926 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.