Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S30601 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S30600 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 S30601 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S30600 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A959 S30601 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S30600 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S30601 vs ASTM A240/A240M S30600 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%.
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 S30601
ASTM A240/A240M S30600
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=540 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=240 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=40%
Condition
Not specified
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S30601
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S30600
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S30601 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30600.
Can ASTM A959 S30601 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S30600?
ASTM A959 S30601 and ASTM A240/A240M S30600 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 S30601 and ASTM A240/A240M S30600?
ASTM A959 S30601 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S30600.
Can ASTM A959 S30601 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S30600?
ASTM A959 S30601 and ASTM A240/A240M S30600 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.