Close Alternative — 80.9% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4305 SUS304J1 (JIS G4305:2012) and ASTM A959 301 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
JIS G4305 SUS304J1 is typically used for cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip, while ASTM A959 301 is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
JIS G4305 SUS304J1 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A959 301 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4305 SUS304J1 vs ASTM A959 301 is a 80.9% 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 80.9%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
JIS G4305 SUS304J1
ASTM A959 301
Tensile Strength
>=450 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=155 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
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4305 SUS304J1
Cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip
ASTM A959 301
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
JIS G4305 SUS304J1 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 301.
ASTM A959 301 specifies N which is not specified for JIS G4305 SUS304J1.
Can JIS G4305 SUS304J1 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 301?
JIS G4305 SUS304J1 and ASTM A959 301 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 G4305 SUS304J1 and ASTM A959 301?
JIS G4305 SUS304J1 specifies Cu which is not specified for ASTM A959 301. ASTM A959 301 specifies N which is not specified for JIS G4305 SUS304J1.
Can JIS G4305 SUS304J1 be substituted with ASTM A959 301?
JIS G4305 SUS304J1 and ASTM A959 301 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.