Strong Match — 86.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4304 SUS316J1 (JIS G4304:2021) and ASTM A959 SS316 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
JIS G4304 SUS316J1 is typically used for hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips, while ASTM A959 SS316 is commonly used for marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment.
JIS G4304 SUS316J1 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A959 SS316 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4304 SUS316J1 vs ASTM A959 SS316 is a 86.8% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 86.8%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4304 SUS316J1
ASTM A959 SS316
Tensile Strength
>=520 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=205 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=40%
Not specified
Hardness
<=187 HB
Not specified
Condition
Solution heat treated plate and strip; 0.2 percent proof strength applies only when specified by the purchaser
JIS G4304 SUS316J1 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 SS316.
Can JIS G4304 SUS316J1 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS316?
JIS G4304 SUS316J1 and ASTM A959 SS316 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 SS316 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4304 SUS316J1 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
What is the difference between JIS G4304 SUS316J1 and ASTM A959 SS316?
JIS G4304 SUS316J1 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 SS316.
Can JIS G4304 SUS316J1 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS316?
JIS G4304 SUS316J1 and ASTM A959 SS316 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A959 SS316 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4304 SUS316J1 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.