Close Alternative — 80.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S20430 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M S20100 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 S20430 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A276/A276M S20100 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A959 S20430 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S20100 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S20430 vs ASTM A276/A276M S20100 is a 80.5% 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 80.5%.
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 S20430
ASTM A276/A276M S20100
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=515 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=275 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=40%
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S20430
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M S20100
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S20430 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S20100.
Can ASTM A959 S20430 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S20100?
ASTM A959 S20430 and ASTM A276/A276M S20100 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 S20430 and ASTM A276/A276M S20100?
ASTM A959 S20430 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S20100.
Can ASTM A959 S20430 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S20100?
ASTM A959 S20430 and ASTM A276/A276M S20100 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.