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ASTM A959 N08700 vs ASTM A240/A240M N08904

Close Alternative — 82.1% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 N08700 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M N08904 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 N08700 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M N08904 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A959 N08700 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M N08904 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 N08700 vs ASTM A240/A240M N08904 is a 82.1% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 82.1%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 N08700:
GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
82.1%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
82.1%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 N08700 ASTM A240/A240M N08904
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.04 <=0.020
Cr (%) 19.0-23.0 19.0-23.0
Cu (%) <=0.50 1.00-2.00
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
Mo (%) 4.3-5.0 4.00-5.00
Ni (%) 24.0-26.0 23.0-28.0
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.035
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
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 N08700 ASTM A240/A240M N08904
Tensile Strength Not specified >=490 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=220 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=35%
Hardness Not specified <=90 HRBW
Condition Not specified Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 N08700
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M N08904
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 N08700 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M N08904?
ASTM A959 N08700 and ASTM A240/A240M N08904 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 N08700 and ASTM A240/A240M N08904?
ASTM A240/A240M N08904 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 N08700.
Can ASTM A959 N08700 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M N08904?
ASTM A959 N08700 and ASTM A240/A240M N08904 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.