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ASTM A959 S42225 vs ASTM A240/A240M S42200

Strong Match — 85.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 S42225 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A240/A240M S42200 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 S42225 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A240/A240M S42200 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip). ASTM A959 S42225 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A240/A240M S42200 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S42225 vs ASTM A240/A240M S42200 is a 85.4% 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 85.4%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 S42225:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
85.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
85.4%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 S42225 ASTM A240/A240M S42200
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A240/A240M:2025
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
Al (%) <=0.025 Not specified
C (%) 0.20-0.25 0.20-0.25
Cb (%) <=0.05 Not specified
Co (%) <=0.20 Not specified
Cr (%) 11.0-12.5 11.0-12.5
Cu (%) <=0.15 Not specified
Mn (%) 0.50-1.00 0.50-1.00
Mo (%) 0.90-1.25 0.90-1.25
Ni (%) 0.50-1.00 0.50-1.00
P (%) <=0.020 <=0.025
S (%) <=0.010 <=0.025
Si (%) 0.20-0.50 <=0.50
Sn (%) <=0.02 Not specified
Ti (%) <=0.025 Not specified
V (%) 0.20-0.30 0.20-0.30
W (%) 0.90-1.25 0.90-1.25
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 S42225 ASTM A240/A240M S42200
Hardness Not specified <=248 HB
Condition Not specified Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S42225
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A240/A240M S42200
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 S42225 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S42200?
ASTM A959 S42225 and ASTM A240/A240M S42200 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S42200 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S42225 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 S42225 and ASTM A240/A240M S42200?
ASTM A959 S42225 specifies Al, Cb, Co, Cu which are not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S42200.
Can ASTM A959 S42225 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S42200?
ASTM A959 S42225 and ASTM A240/A240M S42200 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S42200 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 S42225 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.