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ASTM A276/A276M S30215 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30441

Close Alternative — 81.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A276/A276M S30215 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A240/A240M S30441 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A276/A276M S30215 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A240/A240M S30441 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A276/A276M S30215 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S30441 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S30215 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30441 is a 71.7% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 81.1%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
81.1%
Specifications
Property ASTM A276/A276M S30215 ASTM A240/A240M S30441
Standard ASTM A276/A276M:2017 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.15 <=0.08
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) 2.00-3.00 1.0-2.0
Cr (%) 17.0-19.0 17.5-19.5
Ni (%) 8.0-10.0 8.0-10.5
N (%) <=0.10 <=0.10
Cu (%) Not specified 1.5-2.5
Nb (%) Not specified 0.1-0.5
W (%) Not specified 0.2-0.8
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 S30215 ASTM A240/A240M S30441
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa >=515 MPa
Yield Strength >=205 MPa >=205 MPa
Elongation >=40% >=40%
Condition Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed) Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Hardness Not specified <=201 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S30215
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A240/A240M S30441
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A276/A276M S30215 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S30441?
ASTM A276/A276M S30215 and ASTM A240/A240M S30441 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S30215 and ASTM A240/A240M S30441?
ASTM A240/A240M S30441 specifies Cu, Nb, W which are not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S30215.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S30215 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S30441?
ASTM A276/A276M S30215 and ASTM A240/A240M S30441 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.