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JIS G4303 SUS316 vs ASTM A959 316L

Close Alternative — 84.6% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4303 SUS316 (JIS G4303:2021) and ASTM A959 316L (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. JIS G4303 SUS316 is typically used for marine applications, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment, while ASTM A959 316L is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1). JIS G4303 SUS316 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A959 316L is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, JIS G4303 SUS316 vs ASTM A959 316L is a 84.6% 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 84.6%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4303 SUS316:
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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
84.6%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
84.6%
Specifications
Property JIS G4303 SUS316 ASTM A959 316L
Standard JIS G4303:2021 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) ≤0.08 <=0.030
Si (%) ≤1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) ≤2.00 <=2.00
Cr (%) 16.0–18.0 16.0-18.0
Ni (%) 10.0–14.0 10.0-14.0
Mo (%) 2.0–3.0 2.00-3.00
P (%) Not specified <=0.045
S (%) Not specified <=0.030
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 SUS316 ASTM A959 316L
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 SUS316
Marine applications, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
ASTM A959 316L
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
Can JIS G4303 SUS316 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 316L?
JIS G4303 SUS316 and ASTM A959 316L 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.
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JIS G4303 SUS316
Sheet → (3 listings)
Thickness: 6–6 mm (0.24–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2800–3300 mm (110.24–129.92 in)
ASTM A959 316L
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4303 SUS316 and ASTM A959 316L?
ASTM A959 316L specifies P, S which are not specified for JIS G4303 SUS316.
Can JIS G4303 SUS316 be substituted with ASTM A959 316L?
JIS G4303 SUS316 and ASTM A959 316L 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.