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ASTM A959 304LN vs ASTM A959 304LHN

Strong Match — 94.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 304LN (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A959 304LHN (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 304LN is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A959 304LHN is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). ASTM A959 304LN is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 304LHN is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 304LN vs ASTM A959 304LHN is a 94.4% 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 94.4%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 304LN:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
94.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
94.4%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 304LN ASTM A959 304LHN
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.03
Cr (%) 18.0-20.0 18.0-20.0
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
N (%) 0.10-0.16 0.16-0.30
Ni (%) 8.0-11.0 8.0-11.0
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 304LN
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A959 304LHN
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can ASTM A959 304LN Be Substituted With ASTM A959 304LHN?
ASTM A959 304LN and ASTM A959 304LHN overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304LHN is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 304LN in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 304LN and ASTM A959 304LHN?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 304LN be substituted with ASTM A959 304LHN?
ASTM A959 304LN and ASTM A959 304LHN overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304LHN is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 304LN in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.