ASTM A959 316Cb vs IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2

Strong Match — 97.2% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 316Cb (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 (IS 11169 (Part 2):1989) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 316Cb is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 is commonly used for cold heading and cold extrusion; the standard covers wires, wire rods and bars (clause 1.1). ASTM A959 316Cb is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 316Cb vs IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 is a 97.2% 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 97.2%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 316Cb:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
97.2%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
97.2%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 316Cb IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2
Standard ASTM A959:2011 IS 11169 (Part 2):1989
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.0-18.0
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.0
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 2.0-3.0
N (%) <=0.10 Not specified
Ni (%) 10.0-14.0 10.0-14.0
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.0
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 316Cb IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2
Yield Strength (0.2% proof) Not specified >=205 MPa
Tensile Strength Not specified 500-700 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=45%
Impact (U-notch 5 mm) Not specified >=60 J
Condition Not specified Quenched reference test piece (Table 6 treatment)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 316Cb
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2
Cold heading and cold extrusion; the standard covers wires, wire rods and bars (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 316Cb Be Substituted With IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2?
ASTM A959 316Cb and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316Cb in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A959 316Cb
0 active listings and RFQs →
IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2
0 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 316Cb and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2?
ASTM A959 316Cb specifies N which is not specified for IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2.
Can ASTM A959 316Cb be substituted with IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2?
ASTM A959 316Cb and IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 11169 (Part 2) X04Cr17Ni12Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316Cb in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.