Strong Match — 97.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S34565 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A959 S34565 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S34565 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A959 S34565 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A276/A276M S34565 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S34565 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S34565 vs ASTM A959 S34565 is a 97.2% 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 97.2%.
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 S34565
ASTM A959 S34565
Tensile Strength
>=795 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=415 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=35%
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S34565
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A959 S34565
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A276/A276M S34565 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 S34565.
ASTM A959 S34565 specifies Cb which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S34565.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S34565 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S34565?
ASTM A276/A276M S34565 and ASTM A959 S34565 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 S34565 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S34565 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S34565 and ASTM A959 S34565?
ASTM A276/A276M S34565 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 S34565. ASTM A959 S34565 specifies Cb which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S34565.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S34565 be substituted with ASTM A959 S34565?
ASTM A276/A276M S34565 and ASTM A959 S34565 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 S34565 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A276/A276M S34565 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.