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ASTM A959 S38815 vs ASTM A240/A240M S38815

Strong Match — 99.7% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 S38815 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S38815 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 S38815 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A959 S38815 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S38815 vs ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is a 99.7% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 99.7%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 S38815:
ASTM A959 .- EN 10088-1 1.4301 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
99.7%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
99.7%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 S38815 ASTM A240/A240M S38815
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
Al (%) <=0.30 <=0.30
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 13.0-15.0 13.0-15.0
Cu (%) 0.75-1.50 0.75-1.50
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
Mo (%) 0.75-1.50 0.75-1.50
Ni (%) 15.0-17.0 15.0-17.0
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.020 <=0.020
Si (%) 5.5-6.5 5.50-6.50
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 S38815 ASTM A240/A240M S38815
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 S38815
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S38815
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Can ASTM A959 S38815 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S38815?
ASTM A959 S38815 and ASTM A240/A240M S38815 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S38815 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 S38815 and ASTM A240/A240M S38815?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 S38815 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S38815?
ASTM A959 S38815 and ASTM A240/A240M S38815 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S38815 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S38815 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.