Strong Match — 94.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 XM-27 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M S44627 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 XM-27 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A276/A276M S44627 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A959 XM-27 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S44627 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-27 vs ASTM A276/A276M S44627 is a 94.4% 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 94.4%.
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 XM-27
ASTM A276/A276M S44627
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=450 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=275 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness
Not specified
<=219 HB
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-27
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M S44627
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 XM-27 specifies Cb which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S44627.
ASTM A276/A276M S44627 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-27.
Can ASTM A959 XM-27 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S44627?
ASTM A959 XM-27 and ASTM A276/A276M S44627 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S44627 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 XM-27 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 XM-27 and ASTM A276/A276M S44627?
ASTM A959 XM-27 specifies Cb which is not specified for ASTM A276/A276M S44627. ASTM A276/A276M S44627 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-27.
Can ASTM A959 XM-27 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S44627?
ASTM A959 XM-27 and ASTM A276/A276M S44627 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S44627 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 XM-27 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.