Strong Match — 85.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 N08700 (ASTM A959:2011) and JIS G4304 SUS890L (JIS G4304:2021) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 N08700 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while JIS G4304 SUS890L is commonly used for hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips.
ASTM A959 N08700 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while JIS G4304 SUS890L is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 N08700 vs JIS G4304 SUS890L is a 85.2% 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 85.2%.
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 N08700
JIS G4304 SUS890L
Tensile Strength
Not specified
>=490 MPa
Yield Strength
Not specified
>=215 MPa
Elongation
Not specified
>=35%
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 N08700
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
JIS G4304 SUS890L
Hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips
Can ASTM A959 N08700 Be Substituted With JIS G4304 SUS890L?
ASTM A959 N08700 and JIS G4304 SUS890L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4304 SUS890L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 N08700 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 N08700 and JIS G4304 SUS890L?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can ASTM A959 N08700 be substituted with JIS G4304 SUS890L?
ASTM A959 N08700 and JIS G4304 SUS890L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that JIS G4304 SUS890L is often considered as a substitute for ASTM A959 N08700 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.