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IS 6911 X40Cr13 vs ASTM A959 SS304

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

IS 6911 X40Cr13 (IS 6911:1992) and ASTM A959 SS304 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. IS 6911 X40Cr13 is typically used for stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1), while ASTM A959 SS304 is commonly used for food processing, chemical equipment, kitchen equipment. IS 6911 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 6911 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%.

Frequently Compared With IS 6911 X40Cr13:
EN 10088-1 1.4006 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12Ni2Mo IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH GOST 5632 12Kh13
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
71.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property IS 6911 X40Cr13 ASTM A959 SS304
Standard IS 6911:1992 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) 0.35-0.45 <=0.07
Cr (%) 12.0-14.0 17.5-19.5
Mn (%) <=1.0 <=2.00
Ni (%) <=1.0 8.0-11.0
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Si (%) <=1.0 <=1.00
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 X40Cr13 ASTM A959 SS304
Hardness (annealed, max) 255 HBS Not specified
Hardness (quenched and tempered, min) 515 HV, 50 HRC Not specified
Typical Applications
IS 6911 X40Cr13
Stainless and heat-resisting steel plate, sheet and strip (clause 1.1)
ASTM A959 SS304
Food processing, chemical equipment, kitchen equipment
Can IS 6911 X40Cr13 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS304?
IS 6911 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 6911 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)
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IS 6911 X40Cr13
0 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A959 SS304
34 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IS 6911 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 6911 X40Cr13 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS304?
IS 6911 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.