Strong Match — 97.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 410S (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6911 X04Cr12 (IS 6911:1992) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 410S is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 6911 X04Cr12 is commonly used for stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1).
ASTM A959 410S is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6911 X04Cr12 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 410S vs IS 6911 X04Cr12 is a 97.2% 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 97.2%.
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 410S
IS 6911 X04Cr12
Bend Test (180 deg)
Not specified
Mandrel diameter 2 x thickness
Elongation (50 mm, annealed)
Not specified
>=20%
Hardness (annealed, max)
Not specified
187 HBS, 88 HRB
Tensile Strength (annealed)
Not specified
>=440 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% proof, annealed)
Not specified
>=250 MPa
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 410S
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 6911 X04Cr12
Stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
IS 6911 X04Cr12 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A959 410S.
Can ASTM A959 410S Be Substituted With IS 6911 X04Cr12?
ASTM A959 410S and IS 6911 X04Cr12 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6911 X04Cr12 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 410S 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 410S and IS 6911 X04Cr12?
IS 6911 X04Cr12 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A959 410S.
Can ASTM A959 410S be substituted with IS 6911 X04Cr12?
ASTM A959 410S and IS 6911 X04Cr12 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6911 X04Cr12 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 410S in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.