Close Alternative — 82.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A959 XM-12 (ASTM A959:2011) and JIS G4304 SUS630 (JIS G4304:2021) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
ASTM A959 XM-12 is typically used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1), while JIS G4304 SUS630 is commonly used for hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips.
ASTM A959 XM-12 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while JIS G4304 SUS630 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A959 XM-12 vs JIS G4304 SUS630 is a 82.9% 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 82.9%.
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 XM-12
JIS G4304 SUS630
Hardness
Not specified
<=363 HB
Condition
Not specified
Solution heat treated plate and strip (no strength values specified; aged conditions are in the blocks)
Typical Applications
ASTM A959 XM-12
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
JIS G4304 SUS630
Hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips
Key Differences
ASTM A959 XM-12 specifies Cb which is not specified for JIS G4304 SUS630.
JIS G4304 SUS630 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-12.
Can ASTM A959 XM-12 Be Substituted With JIS G4304 SUS630?
ASTM A959 XM-12 and JIS G4304 SUS630 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 XM-12 and JIS G4304 SUS630?
ASTM A959 XM-12 specifies Cb which is not specified for JIS G4304 SUS630. JIS G4304 SUS630 specifies Nb which is not specified for ASTM A959 XM-12.
Can ASTM A959 XM-12 be substituted with JIS G4304 SUS630?
ASTM A959 XM-12 and JIS G4304 SUS630 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.