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1.1 This specification covers stainless and heat-resisting chromium steel plate, sheet, and strip available in a wide variety of surface finishes.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.

Note 1-Grades that were previously covered in both Specifications A176 and A240/A240M have been removed from this specification and may now be supplied and purchased in compliance with Specification A240/A240M. The chemical and mechanical property requirements of these grades were identical in Specifications A176 and A240/A240M at the time of removal from Specification A176.