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IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 vs ASTM A959 SS304

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 (IS 1570 (Part 5):1985) and ASTM A959 SS304 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A959 SS304 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 vs ASTM A959 SS304 is a 71.9% 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%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 ASTM A959 SS304
Standard IS 1570 (Part 5):1985 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.35-0.45 <=0.07
Si (%) <=1.0 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=1.0 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 12.0-14.0 17.5-19.5
Ni (%) <=1.0 8.0-11.0
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 ASTM A959 SS304
Tensile Strength 600-750 MPa Not specified
Hardness <=225 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed, quenched or solution treated bars and flats (Table 3) Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13
Not documented
ASTM A959 SS304
Food processing, chemical equipment, kitchen equipment
Can IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS304?
IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 and ASTM A959 SS304 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13
No active listings currently.
ASTM A959 SS304
Sheet → (22 listings)
Thickness: 2–6 mm (0.08–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–4100 mm (98.43–161.42 in)
Round Bar → (6 listings)
Diameter: 50–65 mm (1.97–2.56 in)
Length: 2500–6900 mm (98.43–271.65 in)
Plate → (6 listings)
Thickness: 8–12 mm (0.31–0.47 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–3800 mm (98.43–149.61 in)
On M-EX Right Now
IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13
0 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A959 SS304
34 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 and ASTM A959 SS304?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS304?
IS 1570 (Part 5) X40Cr13 and ASTM A959 SS304 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.