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ASTM A959 S30600 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30616

Close Alternative — 76.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 S30600 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S30616 (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 S30616 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 S30616 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S30600 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30616 is a 76.3% 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 76.3%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 S30600:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
76.3%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 S30600 ASTM A240/A240M S30616
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.018 <=0.020
Cr (%) 17.0-18.5 16.5-18.5
Cu (%) <=0.50 <=0.40
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=1.50
Mo (%) <=0.20 <=0.50
Ni (%) 14.0-15.5 13.0-15.5
P (%) <=0.020 <=0.030
S (%) <=0.020 <=0.015
Si (%) 3.7-4.3 3.9-4.7
Nb (%) Not specified 0.30-0.70
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 S30616
Tensile Strength Not specified >=590 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=245 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=40%
Hardness Not specified <=241 HB
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 S30616
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 S30600 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S30616?
ASTM A959 S30600 and ASTM A240/A240M S30616 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 S30600 and ASTM A240/A240M S30616?
ASTM A240/A240M S30616 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 S30600.
Can ASTM A959 S30600 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S30616?
ASTM A959 S30600 and ASTM A240/A240M S30616 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.