Related Material — 68.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S38815 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M S31730 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) 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 A276/A276M S31730 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A959 S38815 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S31730 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S38815 vs ASTM A276/A276M S31730 is a 68.3% 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 68.3%.
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 A276/A276M S31730
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=480 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=175 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=35%
Hardness
Not specified
<=90 HRB
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S38815
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M S31730
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S38815 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S31730.
ASTM A276/A276M S31730 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 S38815.
Can ASTM A959 S38815 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S31730?
ASTM A959 S38815 and ASTM A276/A276M S31730 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 S38815 and ASTM A276/A276M S31730?
ASTM A959 S38815 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S31730. ASTM A276/A276M S31730 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 S38815.
Can ASTM A959 S38815 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S31730?
ASTM A959 S38815 and ASTM A276/A276M S31730 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.