Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A276/A276M S44700 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) and ASTM A240/A240M S44800 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A276/A276M S44700 is typically used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished), while ASTM A240/A240M S44800 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A276/A276M S44700 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S44800 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A276/A276M S44700 vs ASTM A240/A240M S44800 is a 91.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.
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 S44700
ASTM A240/A240M S44800
Tensile Strength
>=480 MPa
>=550 MPa
Yield Strength
>=380 MPa
>=415 MPa
Elongation
>=20%
>=20%
Condition
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Hardness
Not specified
<=223 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A276/A276M S44700
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
ASTM A240/A240M S44800
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can ASTM A276/A276M S44700 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S44800?
ASTM A276/A276M S44700 and ASTM A240/A240M S44800 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 S44700 and ASTM A240/A240M S44800?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A276/A276M S44700 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S44800?
ASTM A276/A276M S44700 and ASTM A240/A240M S44800 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.