Strong Match — 91.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S40920 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S40910 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 S40920 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S40910 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
ASTM A959 S40920 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S40910 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S40920 vs ASTM A240/A240M S40910 is a 91.1% 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 91.1%.
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 S40920
ASTM A240/A240M S40910
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=380 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=170 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness
Not specified
<=179 HB
Condition
Not specified
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S40920
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S40910
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S40920 specifies Cb which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S40910.
ASTM A240/A240M S40910 specifies Ti, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 S40920.
Can ASTM A959 S40920 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S40910?
ASTM A959 S40920 and ASTM A240/A240M S40910 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S40910 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S40920 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 S40920 and ASTM A240/A240M S40910?
ASTM A959 S40920 specifies Cb which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S40910. ASTM A240/A240M S40910 specifies Ti, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 S40920.
Can ASTM A959 S40920 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S40910?
ASTM A959 S40920 and ASTM A240/A240M S40910 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S40910 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S40920 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.