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ASTM A959 329 vs ASTM A959 SS316

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

ASTM A959 329 (ASTM A959:2011) and ASTM A959 SS316 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. ASTM A959 329 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 329 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 329 vs ASTM A959 SS316 is a 70.5% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

Frequently Compared With ASTM A959 329:
IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
70.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property ASTM A959 329 ASTM A959 SS316
Standard ASTM A959:2011 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.08
Cr (%) 23.0-28.0 16.0-18.0
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=2.00
Mo (%) 1.00-2.00 2.00-3.00
Ni (%) 2.5-5.0 10.0-14.0
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=0.75 <=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 329
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
ASTM A959 SS316
Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment
Can ASTM A959 329 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A959 329 and ASTM A959 SS316 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
ASTM A959 329
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 329
0 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A959 SS316
33 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM A959 329 and ASTM A959 SS316?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 329 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS316?
ASTM A959 329 and ASTM A959 SS316 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.