Strong Match — 95.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 800H (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M N08800 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 800H is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A276/A276M N08800 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A959 800H is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M N08800 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 800H vs ASTM A276/A276M N08800 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%.
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 800H
ASTM A276/A276M N08800
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=515 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=205 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=30%
Hardness
Not specified
<=192 HB
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 800H
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M N08800
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Can ASTM A959 800H Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M N08800?
ASTM A959 800H and ASTM A276/A276M N08800 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M N08800 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 800H in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 800H and ASTM A276/A276M N08800?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 800H be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M N08800?
ASTM A959 800H and ASTM A276/A276M N08800 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M N08800 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 800H in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.