ASTM A240/A240M
Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip
ASTM A240/A240M is the principal material specification for chromium and chromium-nickel stainless plate, sheet and strip used for pressure vessels and general applications.
What the standard covers
- Chemical composition by grade
- Mechanical properties by product and thickness
- Heat-treatment condition
- Dimensions referenced to ASTM A480/A480M
What to state on your order
- Grade and UNS designation
- Hot or cold rolled product
- Thickness, width and length
- Finish and edge condition
- Supplementary tests and certificate type
Source basis
- Primary source: ASTM A240/A240M scope and ordering framework, read with ASTM A480/A480M. Use a licensed copy of the contract edition for exact requirements.
Edition applicability
- This guide does not fix an edition. The purchase order and project specification must identify the applicable revision and any adopted addenda.
Technical content updated: 2026-07-29
Organizational author: Tsingshan (Shandong) Iron & Steel Co., Ltd..Review method, status and limitations.
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