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ASTM A959 S28200 vs ASTM A240/A240M S43600

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

ASTM A959 S28200 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S43600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 S28200 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S43600 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A959 S28200 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S43600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S28200 vs ASTM A240/A240M S43600 is a 73.4% 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%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 S28200:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
73.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 S28200 ASTM A240/A240M S43600
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.15 <=0.12
Cr (%) 17.0-19.0 16.0-18.0
Cu (%) 0.75-1.25 Not specified
Mn (%) 17.0-19.0 <=1.00
Mo (%) 0.75-1.25 0.75-1.25
N (%) 0.40-0.60 Not specified
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Nb (%) Not specified <=0.80
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 S28200 ASTM A240/A240M S43600
Tensile Strength Not specified >=450 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=240 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=22%
Hardness Not specified <=89 HRBW
Condition Not specified Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S28200
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S43600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 S28200 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S43600?
ASTM A959 S28200 and ASTM A240/A240M S43600 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 S28200 and ASTM A240/A240M S43600?
ASTM A959 S28200 specifies Cu, N which are not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S43600. ASTM A240/A240M S43600 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 S28200.
Can ASTM A959 S28200 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S43600?
ASTM A959 S28200 and ASTM A240/A240M S43600 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.