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ASTM A959 615 vs ASTM A240/A240M S42000

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 615 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S42000 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 615 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S42000 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A959 615 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S42000 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 615 vs ASTM A240/A240M S42000 is a 72.2% 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%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
72.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 615 ASTM A240/A240M S42000
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.15-0.20 >=0.15
Cr (%) 12.0-14.0 12.0-14.0
Mn (%) <=0.50 <=1.00
Mo (%) <=0.50 <=0.50
Ni (%) 1.80-2.20 <=0.75
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.50 <=1.00
W (%) 2.5-3.5 Not specified
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 615 ASTM A240/A240M S42000
Tensile Strength Not specified <=690 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=15%
Hardness Not specified <=217 HB
Condition Not specified Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 615
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S42000
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 615 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S42000?
ASTM A959 615 and ASTM A240/A240M S42000 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 615 and ASTM A240/A240M S42000?
ASTM A959 615 specifies W which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S42000.
Can ASTM A959 615 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S42000?
ASTM A959 615 and ASTM A240/A240M S42000 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.