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ASTM A959 316N vs IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H

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

ASTM A959 316N (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H (IS 1570 (Part 7):1992) 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 IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H is commonly used for boilers, pressure vessels, steam turbines, steam and water piping and other power plant equipment working at elevated temperature. ASTM A959 316N is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 316N vs IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H 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 GOST 5632 08X18H10 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH EN 10088-1 1.4301
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
92.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
92.4%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 316N IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H
Standard ASTM A959:2011 IS 1570 (Part 7):1992
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Cr (%) 16.0-18.0 16.00-18.00
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 10.00-14.00
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.
Mechanical Properties
Property ASTM A959 316N IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H
Tensile Strength Not specified 510-710 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=205 MPa (0.2 % proof stress)
Elongation Not specified >=30%
Condition Not specified Pipes, bars, forgings, plates, Q, thickness - (first row of Table 3)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 316N
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H
Boilers, pressure vessels, steam turbines, steam and water piping and other power plant equipment working at elevated temperature
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 316N Be Substituted With IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H?
ASTM A959 316N and IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 316N and IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H?
ASTM A959 316N specifies N which is not specified for IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H.
Can ASTM A959 316N be substituted with IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H?
ASTM A959 316N and IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 1570 (Part 7) 6Cr17Ni12Mo2H 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.