Strong Match — 92.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N (IS 6603:2024) and ASTM A959 316L (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars, while ASTM A959 316L is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A959 316L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N vs ASTM A959 316L is a 92.4% 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 92.4%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N
ASTM A959 316L
Tensile Strength
580-800 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=280 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=40%
Not specified
Condition
Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 60 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal)
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
ASTM A959 316L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 316L.
Can IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N Be Substituted With ASTM A959 316L?
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N and ASTM A959 316L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 316L is often considered as a substitute for IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N 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 IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N and ASTM A959 316L?
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 316L.
Can IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N be substituted with ASTM A959 316L?
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N and ASTM A959 316L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 316L is often considered as a substitute for IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2N in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.