Strong Match — 100% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 XM-29 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A276/A276M S24000 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 XM-29 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A276/A276M S24000 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
ASTM A959 XM-29 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A276/A276M S24000 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-29 vs ASTM A276/A276M S24000 is a 100% 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 100%.
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-29
ASTM A276/A276M S24000
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=690 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=380 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=30%
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished or cold-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-29
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A276/A276M S24000
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Can ASTM A959 XM-29 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S24000?
ASTM A959 XM-29 and ASTM A276/A276M S24000 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S24000 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 XM-29 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-29 and ASTM A276/A276M S24000?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 XM-29 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S24000?
ASTM A959 XM-29 and ASTM A276/A276M S24000 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A276/A276M S24000 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 XM-29 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.