ASTM A276/A276M S30454 vs ASTM A959 304L

Strong Match — 89% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A276/A276M S30454 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A959 304L (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A276/A276M S30454 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A959 304L is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A276/A276M S30454 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 304L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S30454 vs ASTM A959 304L is a 89% 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 89%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A276/A276M S30454:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
89%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
89%
Specifications
Property ASTM A276/A276M S30454 ASTM A959 304L
Standard ASTM A276/A276M:2017 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.03 <=0.030
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Cr (%) 18.0-20.0 17.5-19.5
Ni (%) 8.0-11.0 8.0-12.0
N (%) 0.16-0.30 Not specified
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 S30454 ASTM A959 304L
Tensile Strength >=620 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=345 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=30% Not specified
Condition Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed) Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S30454
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A959 304L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A276/A276M S30454 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 304L?
ASTM A276/A276M S30454 and ASTM A959 304L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S30454 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 S30454 and ASTM A959 304L?
ASTM A276/A276M S30454 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 304L.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S30454 be substituted with ASTM A959 304L?
ASTM A276/A276M S30454 and ASTM A959 304L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S30454 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.