Close Alternative — 83.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S44600 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A240/A240M S44600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S44600 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A240/A240M S44600 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A276/A276M S44600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S44600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S44600 vs ASTM A240/A240M S44600 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 S44600
ASTM A240/A240M S44600
Tensile Strength
>=450 MPa
>=515 MPa
Yield Strength
>=275 MPa
>=275 MPa
Elongation
>=20%
>=20%
Hardness
<=219 HB
<=217 HB
Condition
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S44600
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A240/A240M S44600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can ASTM A276/A276M S44600 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S44600?
ASTM A276/A276M S44600 and ASTM A240/A240M S44600 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 S44600 and ASTM A240/A240M S44600?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S44600 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S44600?
ASTM A276/A276M S44600 and ASTM A240/A240M S44600 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.