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ASTM A959 316N vs ASTM A959 SS316

Strong Match — 92.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 316N (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A959 SS316 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 316N is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while ASTM A959 SS316 is commonly used for marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment. ASTM A959 316N is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while ASTM A959 SS316 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 316N vs ASTM A959 SS316 is a 92.4% 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 92.4%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 316N:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo EN 10088-1 1.4301
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
92.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
92.4%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 316N ASTM A959 SS316
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.0-18.0
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
Mo (%) 2.00-3.00 2.00-3.00
N (%) 0.10-0.16 Not specified
Ni (%) 10.0-13.0 10.0-14.0
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 316N
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A959 SS316
Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 316N Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A959 316N and ASTM A959 SS316 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 SS316 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316N in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A959 316N
No active listings currently.
ASTM A959 SS316
Sheet → (24 listings)
Thickness: 2–6 mm (0.08–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–4000 mm (98.43–157.48 in)
Plate → (6 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2600–4200 mm (102.36–165.35 in)
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 2500–4200 mm (98.43–165.35 in)
On M-EX Right Now
ASTM A959 316N
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ASTM A959 SS316
33 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 316N and ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A959 316N specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 SS316.
Can ASTM A959 316N be substituted with ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A959 316N and ASTM A959 SS316 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 SS316 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 316N in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.