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IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N vs ASTM A959 304L

Strong Match — 90.3% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N (IS 6603:2024) and ASTM A959 304L (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N is typically used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars, while ASTM A959 304L is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A959 304L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N vs ASTM A959 304L is a 90.3% 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 90.3%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
90.3%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
90.3%
Specifications
Property IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N ASTM A959 304L
Standard IS 6603:2024 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=2.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 17.5-19.5 17.5-19.5
Ni (%) 8.0-10.0 8.0-12.0
N (%) 0.12-0.22 Not specified
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 X02Cr18Ni9N ASTM A959 304L
Tensile Strength 550-750 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=270 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=40% Not specified
Condition Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal) Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
ASTM A959 304L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N Be Substituted With ASTM A959 304L?
IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N and ASTM A959 304L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304L is often considered as a substitute for IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N and ASTM A959 304L?
IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N specifies N which is not specified for ASTM A959 304L.
Can IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N be substituted with ASTM A959 304L?
IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N and ASTM A959 304L overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 304L is often considered as a substitute for IS 6603 X02Cr18Ni9N in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.