Close Alternative — 74% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4303 SUS304 (JIS G4303:2021) and ASTM A276/A276M S30453 (ASTM A276/A276M:2017) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
JIS G4303 SUS304 is typically used for food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural applications, while ASTM A276/A276M S30453 is commonly used for stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished).
JIS G4303 SUS304 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A276/A276M S30453 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4303 SUS304 vs ASTM A276/A276M S30453 is a 77.6% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 74%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4303 SUS304
ASTM A276/A276M S30453
Tensile Strength
≥520 MPa
>=515 MPa
Yield Strength
≥205 MPa
>=205 MPa
Elongation
≥40%
>=40%
Hardness
≤187 HB
Not specified
Condition
Not specified
Condition A (Annealed), hot-finished, all sizes (first row printed)
Typical Applications
JIS G4303 SUS304
Food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural applications
ASTM A276/A276M S30453
Stainless steel bars and shapes (hot-finished or cold-finished)
Key Differences
ASTM A276/A276M S30453 specifies N which is not specified for JIS G4303 SUS304.
Can JIS G4303 SUS304 Be Substituted With ASTM A276/A276M S30453?
JIS G4303 SUS304 and ASTM A276/A276M S30453 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between JIS G4303 SUS304 and ASTM A276/A276M S30453?
ASTM A276/A276M S30453 specifies N which is not specified for JIS G4303 SUS304.
Can JIS G4303 SUS304 be substituted with ASTM A276/A276M S30453?
JIS G4303 SUS304 and ASTM A276/A276M S30453 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.