Related Material — 69.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 615 (ASTM A959:2011) and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 615 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29 is commonly used for stainless and heat resisting steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (table 13)..
ASTM A959 615 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 615 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29 is a 69.8% 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 69.8%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 615
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29
Stainless and heat resisting steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (Table 13).
Key Differences
ASTM A959 615 specifies W which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29.
Can ASTM A959 615 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29?
ASTM A959 615 and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29 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.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 615 and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29?
ASTM A959 615 specifies W which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29.
Can ASTM A959 615 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29?
ASTM A959 615 and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S29 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.