Strong Match — 88.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S31651 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and JIS G4304 SUS316N (JIS G4304:2021) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S31651 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while JIS G4304 SUS316N is commonly used for hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips.
ASTM A240/A240M S31651 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while JIS G4304 SUS316N is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S31651 vs JIS G4304 SUS316N is a 95.8% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 75%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 88.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A240/A240M S31651
JIS G4304 SUS316N
Tensile Strength
>=550 MPa
>=550 MPa
Yield Strength
>=240 MPa
>=275 MPa
Elongation
>=35%
>=35%
Hardness
<=217 HB
<=217 HB
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Solution heat treated plate and strip; 0.2 percent proof strength applies only when specified by the purchaser
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S31651
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
JIS G4304 SUS316N
Hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31651 Be Substituted With JIS G4304 SUS316N?
ASTM A240/A240M S31651 and JIS G4304 SUS316N overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4304 SUS316N is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S31651 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 A240/A240M S31651 and JIS G4304 SUS316N?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S31651 be substituted with JIS G4304 SUS316N?
ASTM A240/A240M S31651 and JIS G4304 SUS316N overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4304 SUS316N is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A240/A240M S31651 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.