Strong Match — 89.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S40976 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M S40976 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 S40976 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A276/A276M S40976 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A959 S40976 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S40976 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S40976 vs ASTM A276/A276M S40976 is a 89.2% 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 89.2%.
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 S40976
ASTM A276/A276M S40976
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=415 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=140 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness
Not specified
<=244 HB
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S40976
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M S40976
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S40976 specifies Ti which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S40976.
ASTM A276/A276M S40976 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 S40976.
Can ASTM A959 S40976 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S40976?
ASTM A959 S40976 and ASTM A276/A276M S40976 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S40976 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S40976 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 S40976 and ASTM A276/A276M S40976?
ASTM A959 S40976 specifies Ti which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S40976. ASTM A276/A276M S40976 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 S40976.
Can ASTM A959 S40976 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S40976?
ASTM A959 S40976 and ASTM A276/A276M S40976 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S40976 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S40976 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.