Close Alternative — 70.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 S41005 (ASTM A959:2011) and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 S41005 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21 is commonly used for stainless and heat resisting steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (table 13)..
ASTM A959 S41005 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 S41005 vs BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21 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 close alternative overall at 70.2%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 S41005
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21
Stainless and heat resisting steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes (Table 13).
Key Differences
ASTM A959 S41005 specifies Al, Cb, Cu, N which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21.
Can ASTM A959 S41005 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21?
ASTM A959 S41005 and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between ASTM A959 S41005 and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21?
ASTM A959 S41005 specifies Al, Cb, Cu, N which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21.
Can ASTM A959 S41005 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21?
ASTM A959 S41005 and BS 970 (Part 1) 416S21 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.