Close Alternative — 76.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A959 XM-25 (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 XM-25 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 XM-25 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S41500 vs ASTM A959 XM-25 is a 76.1% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 76.1%.
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 XM-25
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 XM-25
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 XM-25 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S41500.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S41500 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 XM-25?
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 and ASTM A959 XM-25 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 S41500 and ASTM A959 XM-25?
ASTM A959 XM-25 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S41500.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S41500 be substituted with ASTM A959 XM-25?
ASTM A276/A276M S41500 and ASTM A959 XM-25 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.