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ASTM A276/A276M S31640 vs ASTM A959 SS316

Strong Match — 91.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A276/A276M S31640 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A959 SS316 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A276/A276M S31640 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A959 SS316 is commonly used for marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment. ASTM A276/A276M S31640 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 SS316 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S31640 vs ASTM A959 SS316 is a 91.9% 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 91.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A276/A276M S31640:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
91.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
91.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A276/A276M S31640 ASTM A959 SS316
Standard ASTM A276/A276M:2017 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
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 (%) <=0.10 Not specified
Nb (%) <=1.10 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 S31640 ASTM A959 SS316
Tensile Strength >=515 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=205 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Condition Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed) Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S31640
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A959 SS316
Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment
Key Differences
Can ASTM A276/A276M S31640 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A276/A276M S31640 and ASTM A959 SS316 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 SS316 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S31640 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A276/A276M S31640
No active listings currently.
ASTM A959 SS316
Sheet → (24 listings)
Thickness: 2–6 mm (0.08–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–4000 mm (98.43–157.48 in)
Plate → (6 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2600–4200 mm (102.36–165.35 in)
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 2500–4200 mm (98.43–165.35 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A276/A276M S31640
0 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A959 SS316
33 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S31640 and ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A276/A276M S31640 specifies N, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 SS316.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S31640 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A276/A276M S31640 and ASTM A959 SS316 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 SS316 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S31640 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.