Strong Match — 95.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 316L (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 (IS 6603:2024) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 316L is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars.
ASTM A959 316L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 316L vs IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is a 95.1% 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 95.1%.
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 316L
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2
Tensile Strength
Not specified
520-720 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=205 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=40%
Condition
Not specified
Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 316L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Key Differences
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 316L.
Can ASTM A959 316L Be Substituted With IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2?
ASTM A959 316L and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316L 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 316L and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2?
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 316L.
Can ASTM A959 316L be substituted with IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2?
ASTM A959 316L and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316L in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.