Close Alternative — 74.7% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A240/A240M S44400 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) and JIS G4305 SUS444 (JIS G4305:2012) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A240/A240M S44400 is typically used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip), while JIS G4305 SUS444 is commonly used for cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip.
ASTM A240/A240M S44400 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while JIS G4305 SUS444 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A240/A240M S44400 vs JIS G4305 SUS444 is a 87.1% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 74.7%.
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 S44400
JIS G4305 SUS444
Tensile Strength
>=415 MPa
>=410 MPa
Yield Strength
>=275 MPa
>=245 MPa
Elongation
>=20%
>=20%
Hardness
<=217 HB
<=217 HB
Condition
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Annealed plate and strip; proof strength applies only when specified by the purchaser
Typical Applications
ASTM A240/A240M S44400
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
JIS G4305 SUS444
Cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip
Key Differences
JIS G4305 SUS444 specifies Ti which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S44400.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44400 Be Substituted With JIS G4305 SUS444?
ASTM A240/A240M S44400 and JIS G4305 SUS444 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between ASTM A240/A240M S44400 and JIS G4305 SUS444?
JIS G4305 SUS444 specifies Ti which is not specified for ASTM A240/A240M S44400.
Can ASTM A240/A240M S44400 be substituted with JIS G4305 SUS444?
ASTM A240/A240M S44400 and JIS G4305 SUS444 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.