Related Material — 69.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S20161 (ASTM A959:2011) and IS 6911 X07Cr17 (IS 6911:1992) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 S20161 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 S20161 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 S20161 vs IS 6911 X07Cr17 is a 70.2% 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%.
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 S20161
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 S20161
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 S20161 specifies N which is not specified for IS 6911 X07Cr17.
Can ASTM A959 S20161 Be Substituted With IS 6911 X07Cr17?
ASTM A959 S20161 and IS 6911 X07Cr17 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 S20161 and IS 6911 X07Cr17?
ASTM A959 S20161 specifies N which is not specified for IS 6911 X07Cr17.
Can ASTM A959 S20161 be substituted with IS 6911 X07Cr17?
ASTM A959 S20161 and IS 6911 X07Cr17 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.