Close Alternative — 78.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4303 SUS304 (JIS G4303:2021) and ASTM A959 304L (ASTM A959:2011) 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 A959 304L is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
JIS G4303 SUS304 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A959 304L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4303 SUS304 vs ASTM A959 304L is a 78.1% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 78.1%.
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 A959 304L
Tensile Strength
≥520 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
≥205 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
≥40%
Not specified
Hardness
≤187 HB
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4303 SUS304
Food equipment, chemical vessels, architectural applications
ASTM A959 304L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Can JIS G4303 SUS304 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 304L?
JIS G4303 SUS304 and ASTM A959 304L 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 A959 304L?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4303 SUS304 be substituted with ASTM A959 304L?
JIS G4303 SUS304 and ASTM A959 304L 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.