Related Material — 66.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A959 S32950 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A959 S32950 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 S32950 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S41500 vs ASTM A959 S32950 is a 66.8% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 66.8%.
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 S41500
ASTM A959 S32950
Tensile Strength
>=795 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=620 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=15%
Not specified
Hardness
<=295 HB
Not specified
Condition
Condition T (Hardened and tempered, higher temperature), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Not specified
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S41500
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A959 S32950
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S32950 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S41500.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S41500 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S32950?
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 and ASTM A959 S32950 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
What is the difference between ASTM A276/A276M S41500 and ASTM A959 S32950?
ASTM A959 S32950 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S41500.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S41500 be substituted with ASTM A959 S32950?
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 and ASTM A959 S32950 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.