Strong Match — 88.5% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4304 SUS329J4L (JIS G4304:2021) and ASTM A240/A240M S32506 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
JIS G4304 SUS329J4L is typically used for hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips, while ASTM A240/A240M S32506 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
JIS G4304 SUS329J4L is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A240/A240M S32506 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4304 SUS329J4L vs ASTM A240/A240M S32506 is a 82.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 100%.
Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 88.5%.
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 SUS329J4L
ASTM A240/A240M S32506
Tensile Strength
>=620 MPa
>=620 MPa
Yield Strength
>=450 MPa
>=450 MPa
Elongation
>=18%
>=18%
Hardness
<=302 HB
<=302 HB
Condition
Solution heat treated plate and strip; proof strength applies only when specified by the purchaser
Plate, sheet and strip; yield by 0.2 percent offset
Typical Applications
JIS G4304 SUS329J4L
Hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips
ASTM A240/A240M S32506
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
ASTM A240/A240M S32506 specifies W which is not specified for JIS G4304 SUS329J4L.
Can JIS G4304 SUS329J4L Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S32506?
JIS G4304 SUS329J4L and ASTM A240/A240M S32506 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S32506 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4304 SUS329J4L 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 SUS329J4L and ASTM A240/A240M S32506?
ASTM A240/A240M S32506 specifies W which is not specified for JIS G4304 SUS329J4L.
Can JIS G4304 SUS329J4L be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S32506?
JIS G4304 SUS329J4L and ASTM A240/A240M S32506 overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that ASTM A240/A240M S32506 is often considered as a substitute for JIS G4304 SUS329J4L in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.