Strong Match — 98.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 304L (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 (IS 6911:1992) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 304L is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 is commonly used for stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1).
ASTM A959 304L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 304L vs IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 is a 98.3% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 98.3%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A959 304L
IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10
Bend Test (180 deg)
Not specified
Not required
Elongation (50 mm, annealed)
Not specified
>=40%
Hardness (annealed, max)
Not specified
192 HBS, 88 HRB
Tensile Strength (annealed)
Not specified
>=440 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% proof, annealed)
Not specified
>=180 MPa
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 304L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10
Stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A959 304L Be Substituted With IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A959 304L and IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 304L 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 A959 304L and IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 304L be substituted with IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10?
ASTM A959 304L and IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6911 X02Cr19Ni10 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 304L in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.