Related Material — 67.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4304 SUS447J1 (JIS G4304:2021) and ASTM A240/A240M S44627 (ASTM A240/A240M:2025) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
JIS G4304 SUS447J1 is typically used for hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips, while ASTM A240/A240M S44627 is commonly used for pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip).
JIS G4304 SUS447J1 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A240/A240M S44627 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4304 SUS447J1 vs ASTM A240/A240M S44627 is a 76.9% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 50%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 67.9%.
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 SUS447J1
ASTM A240/A240M S44627
Tensile Strength
>=450 MPa
>=450 MPa
Yield Strength
>=295 MPa
>=275 MPa
Elongation
>=22%
>=22%
Hardness
<=207 HB
<=187 HB
Condition
Annealed 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 SUS447J1
Hot-rolled stainless steel plates and strips
ASTM A240/A240M S44627
Pressure vessels and general applications (plate, sheet and strip)
Key Differences
ASTM A240/A240M S44627 specifies Nb which is not specified for JIS G4304 SUS447J1.
Can JIS G4304 SUS447J1 Be Substituted With ASTM A240/A240M S44627?
JIS G4304 SUS447J1 and ASTM A240/A240M S44627 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
What is the difference between JIS G4304 SUS447J1 and ASTM A240/A240M S44627?
ASTM A240/A240M S44627 specifies Nb which is not specified for JIS G4304 SUS447J1.
Can JIS G4304 SUS447J1 be substituted with ASTM A240/A240M S44627?
JIS G4304 SUS447J1 and ASTM A240/A240M S44627 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.