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ASTM A276/A276M S20500 vs ASTM A959 205

Strong Match — 97.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A276/A276M S20500 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A959 205 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A276/A276M S20500 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A959 205 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A276/A276M S20500 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 205 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S20500 vs ASTM A959 205 is a 97.6% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 97.6%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A276/A276M S20500:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
97.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
97.6%
Specifications
Property ASTM A276/A276M S20500 ASTM A959 205
Standard ASTM A276/A276M:2017 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.12-0.25 0.12-0.25
Mn (%) 14.0-15.5 14.0-15.0
P (%) <=0.060 <=0.060
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 16.5-18.0 16.5-18.0
Ni (%) 1.0-1.7 1.00-1.75
N (%) 0.32-0.40 0.32-0.40
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 S20500 ASTM A959 205
Tensile Strength >=690 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=414 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Condition Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed) Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S20500
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A959 205
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A276/A276M S20500 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 205?
ASTM A276/A276M S20500 and ASTM A959 205 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 205 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S20500 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S20500 and ASTM A959 205?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S20500 be substituted with ASTM A959 205?
ASTM A276/A276M S20500 and ASTM A959 205 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 205 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S20500 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.