ASTM A959 317LN vs JIS G4304 SUS317L

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

ASTM A959 317LN (ASTM A959:2011) and JIS G4304 SUS317L (JIS G4304:2021) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 317LN is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while JIS G4304 SUS317L is commonly used for hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips. ASTM A959 317LN is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while JIS G4304 SUS317L is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.

As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 317LN vs JIS G4304 SUS317L 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%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
92.4%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
92.4%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 317LN JIS G4304 SUS317L
Standard ASTM A959:2011 JIS G4304:2021
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 18.0-20.0 18.00-20.00
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
Mo (%) 3.0-4.0 3.00-4.00
N (%) 0.10-0.22 Not specified
Ni (%) 11.0-14.0 11.00-15.00
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 317LN JIS G4304 SUS317L
Tensile Strength Not specified >=480 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified >=175 MPa
Elongation Not specified >=40%
Hardness Not specified <=187 HB
Condition Not specified Solution heat treated plate and strip; 0.2 percent proof strength applies only when specified by the purchaser
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 317LN
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
JIS G4304 SUS317L
Hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips
Key Differences
Can ASTM A959 317LN Be Substituted With JIS G4304 SUS317L?
ASTM A959 317LN and JIS G4304 SUS317L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4304 SUS317L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 317LN 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 317LN and JIS G4304 SUS317L?
ASTM A959 317LN specifies N which is not specified for JIS G4304 SUS317L.
Can ASTM A959 317LN be substituted with JIS G4304 SUS317L?
ASTM A959 317LN and JIS G4304 SUS317L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4304 SUS317L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 317LN in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.