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ASTM A959 S30600 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30601

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

ASTM A959 S30600 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S30601 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 S30600 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A959 S30600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S30600 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30601 is a 74.5% 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 S30600:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
74.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 S30600 ASTM A240/A240M S30601
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.018 <=0.015
Cr (%) 17.0-18.5 17.0-18.0
Cu (%) <=0.50 <=0.35
Mn (%) <=2.00 0.50-0.80
Mo (%) <=0.20 <=0.20
Ni (%) 14.0-15.5 17.0-18.0
P (%) <=0.020 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.020 <=0.013
Si (%) 3.7-4.3 5.0-5.6
N (%) Not specified <=0.05
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 S30600 ASTM A240/A240M S30601
Tensile Strength Not specified >=540 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=255 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=30%
Condition Not specified Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S30600
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S30601
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 S30600 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S30601?
ASTM A959 S30600 and ASTM A240/A240M S30601 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 S30600 and ASTM A240/A240M S30601?
ASTM A240/A240M S30601 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 S30600.
Can ASTM A959 S30600 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S30601?
ASTM A959 S30600 and ASTM A240/A240M S30601 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.