Close Alternative — 75.4% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4303 SUS316 (JIS G4303:2021) and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 (IS 6603:2024) 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 IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is commonly used for general purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars.
JIS G4303 SUS316 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is defined under Bureau of Indian Standards (IS), originating from India.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4303 SUS316 vs IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 is a 79.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 66.7%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 75.4%.
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
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2
Tensile Strength
≥520 MPa
520-720 MPa
Yield Strength
≥205 MPa
>=205 MPa
Elongation
≥40%
>=40%
Hardness
≤187 HB
Not specified
Condition
Not specified
Solution annealed, conditions 1C, 1E, 1D, 1X, 1G and 2D, thickness or diameter up to 160 mm; Yield Strength is Rp0.2, Elongation is A (longitudinal)
Typical Applications
JIS G4303 SUS316
Marine applications, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2
General purposes, semi-finished products, bars, wire rods and bright bars
Key Differences
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 specifies P, S, N which are not specified for JIS G4303 SUS316.
Can JIS G4303 SUS316 Be Substituted With IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2?
JIS G4303 SUS316 and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 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 SUS316 and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2?
IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 specifies P, S, N which are not specified for JIS G4303 SUS316.
Can JIS G4303 SUS316 be substituted with IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2?
JIS G4303 SUS316 and IS 6603 X02Cr17Ni12Mo2 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.