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ASTM A959 316L vs ASTM A240/A240M S31603

Strong Match — 95.8% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 316L (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S31603 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 316L is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A959 316L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 316L vs ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is a 95.8% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 95.8%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 316L:
EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4006 GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H ASTM A959 .- EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
95.8%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
95.8%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 316L ASTM A240/A240M S31603
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.0-18.0
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 2.00-3.00
Ni (%) 10.0-14.0 10.0-14.0
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=0.75
N (%) Not specified <=0.10
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 316L ASTM A240/A240M S31603
Tensile Strength Not specified >=485 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=170 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=40%
Hardness Not specified <=217 HB
Condition Not specified Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 316L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S31603
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 316L Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S31603?
ASTM A959 316L and ASTM A240/A240M S31603 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316L in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 316L and ASTM A240/A240M S31603?
ASTM A240/A240M S31603 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 316L.
Can ASTM A959 316L be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S31603?
ASTM A959 316L and ASTM A240/A240M S31603 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S31603 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316L in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.