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GB/T 699 25Mn vs ASTM A959 405

Related Material — 65% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GB/T 699 25Mn (GB/T 699:2015) and ASTM A959 405 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. GB/T 699 25Mn is classified under Carbon Steel, while ASTM A959 405 is classified under Stainless Steel — a different category, which is worth noting alongside the chemistry match below. GB/T 699 25Mn is typically used for hot-rolled or forged quality carbon structural steel bars up to 250 mm, while ASTM A959 405 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). GB/T 699 25Mn is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China, while ASTM A959 405 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, GB/T 699 25Mn vs ASTM A959 405 is a 65.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 65%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
65.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
65%
Specifications
Property GB/T 699 25Mn ASTM A959 405
Standard GB/T 699:2015 ASTM A959:2011
Category Carbon Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.22-0.29 <=0.08
Si (%) 0.17-0.37 <=1.00
Mn (%) 0.70-1.00 <=1.00
P (%) <=0.035 <=0.040
S (%) <=0.035 <=0.030
Cr (%) <=0.25 11.5-14.5
Ni (%) <=0.30 <=0.50
Cu (%) <=0.25 Not specified
Al (%) Not specified 0.10-0.30
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GB/T 699 25Mn ASTM A959 405
Tensile Strength >=490 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=295 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=22% Not specified
Hardness <=207 HB (as delivered, not heat treated) Not specified
Condition Normalized 25 mm sample blank, bars up to 80 mm; hardness for delivery state Not specified
Typical Applications
GB/T 699 25Mn
Hot-rolled or forged quality carbon structural steel bars up to 250 mm
ASTM A959 405
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can GB/T 699 25Mn Be Substituted With ASTM A959 405?
GB/T 699 25Mn and ASTM A959 405 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GB/T 699 25Mn and ASTM A959 405?
Different category: GB/T 699 25Mn is Carbon Steel, ASTM A959 405 is Stainless Steel. GB/T 699 25Mn specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 405. ASTM A959 405 specifies Al which is not specified for GB/T 699 25Mn.
Can GB/T 699 25Mn be substituted with ASTM A959 405?
GB/T 699 25Mn and ASTM A959 405 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.