Close Alternative — 83.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A240/A240M S32101 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A240/A240M S32101 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S32101 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S32101 vs ASTM A240/A240M S32101 is a 100% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 83.3%.
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 S32101
ASTM A240/A240M S32101
Tensile Strength
>=650 MPa
>=700 MPa
Yield Strength
>=450 MPa
>=530 MPa
Elongation
>=30%
>=30%
Hardness
<=290 HB
<=290 HB
Condition
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
t <= 0.187 in. [5.00 mm] (first condition printed); yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S32101
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A240/A240M S32101
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can ASTM A276/A276M S32101 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S32101?
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 and ASTM A240/A240M S32101 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S32101 and ASTM A240/A240M S32101?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S32101 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S32101?
ASTM A276/A276M S32101 and ASTM A240/A240M S32101 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.