Strong Match — 89.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
IS 6911 X04Cr12 (IS 6911:1992) and ASTM A959 S41603 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
IS 6911 X04Cr12 is typically used for stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1), while ASTM A959 S41603 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
IS 6911 X04Cr12 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India, while ASTM A959 S41603 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, IS 6911 X04Cr12 vs ASTM A959 S41603 is a 89.1% 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 89.1%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
IS 6911 X04Cr12
ASTM A959 S41603
Bend Test (180 deg)
Mandrel diameter 2 x thickness
Not specified
Elongation (50 mm, annealed)
>=20%
Not specified
Hardness (annealed, max)
187 HBS, 88 HRB
Not specified
Tensile Strength (annealed)
>=440 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength (0.2% proof, annealed)
>=250 MPa
Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 6911 X04Cr12
Stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1)
ASTM A959 S41603
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
IS 6911 X04Cr12 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A959 S41603.
Can IS 6911 X04Cr12 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 S41603?
IS 6911 X04Cr12 and ASTM A959 S41603 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 S41603 is often considered as a substitute for IS 6911 X04Cr12 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 6911 X04Cr12 and ASTM A959 S41603?
IS 6911 X04Cr12 specifies Al which is not specified for ASTM A959 S41603.
Can IS 6911 X04Cr12 be substituted with ASTM A959 S41603?
IS 6911 X04Cr12 and ASTM A959 S41603 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 S41603 is often considered as a substitute for IS 6911 X04Cr12 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.