Strong Match — 85.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 443 (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6911 X07Cr17 (IS 6911:1992) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 443 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while IS 6911 X07Cr17 is commonly used for stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1).
ASTM A959 443 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while IS 6911 X07Cr17 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 443 vs IS 6911 X07Cr17 is a 85.6% 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 85.6%.
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 443
IS 6911 X07Cr17
Bend Test (180 deg)
Not specified
Mandrel diameter 2 x thickness
Elongation (50 mm, annealed)
Not specified
>=18%
Hardness (annealed, max)
Not specified
192 HBS, 88 HRB
Tensile Strength (annealed)
Not specified
>=440 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% proof, annealed)
Not specified
>=250 MPa
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 443
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
IS 6911 X07Cr17
Stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 443 specifies Cu which is not specified for IS 6911 X07Cr17.
Can ASTM A959 443 Be Substituted With IS 6911 X07Cr17?
ASTM A959 443 and IS 6911 X07Cr17 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6911 X07Cr17 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 443 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 443 and IS 6911 X07Cr17?
ASTM A959 443 specifies Cu which is not specified for IS 6911 X07Cr17.
Can ASTM A959 443 be substituted with IS 6911 X07Cr17?
ASTM A959 443 and IS 6911 X07Cr17 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that IS 6911 X07Cr17 is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 443 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.