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ASTM A276/A276M S31603 vs ASTM A240/A240M S31603

Strong Match — 97.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A276/A276M S31603 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A240/A240M S31603 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A276/A276M S31603 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S31603 vs ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is a 95.8% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 97.2%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
95.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
100%
OVERALL
97.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A276/A276M S31603 ASTM A240/A240M S31603
Standard ASTM A276/A276M:2017 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=0.75
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.0-18.0
Ni (%) 10.0-14.0 10.0-14.0
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 2.00-3.00
N (%) Not specified <=0.10
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 S31603 ASTM A240/A240M S31603
Tensile Strength >=485 MPa >=485 MPa
Yield Strength >=170 MPa >=170 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 <=217 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S31603
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A240/A240M S31603
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A276/A276M S31603 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S31603?
ASTM A276/A276M S31603 and ASTM A240/A240M S31603 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S31603 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 S31603 and ASTM A240/A240M S31603?
ASTM A240/A240M S31603 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S31603.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S31603 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S31603?
ASTM A276/A276M S31603 and ASTM A240/A240M S31603 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S31603 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.