Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 29-4 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M S44800 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 29-4 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A276/A276M S44800 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A959 29-4 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S44800 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 29-4 vs ASTM A276/A276M S44800 is a 91.7% 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 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 A959 29-4
ASTM A276/A276M S44800
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=480 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=380 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 29-4
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M S44800
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Can ASTM A959 29-4 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S44800?
ASTM A959 29-4 and ASTM A276/A276M 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 A959 29-4 and ASTM A276/A276M S44800?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 29-4 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S44800?
ASTM A959 29-4 and ASTM A276/A276M 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.